What Will it Take to Max Out Your Social Security Benefit in 2026?

The maximum Social Security benefit in 2026 is expected to be $5,251 per month. Getting the largest benefit is possible only ...

Beware this new ‘high-pressure’ Social Security scam targeting US seniors — here’s what you need to know to protect yourself

The Office of the Inspector General (OIG) for the Social Security Administration is warning seniors about a new scam that ...
Investopedia

Your Social Security Data May Not Be Secured. What You Should Know

Jordyn joined Investopedia in February 2025. She was previously a freelance writer covering lifestyle, entertainment, politics in the Midwest, and more. Kevin Dietsch / Getty Images The Social ...

Scammer asks Michigan senior if he received his 'new' Medicare card: What happened next

One Michigan man says he knew it had to be a scam when someone who claimed to be from Medicare reached out during the ...
The Motley Fool

Retirees Beware: Social Security Recipients Receiving Fraudulent, Threatening Emails

Scammers view retirees as a rich source of easy-to-access money. A recent scam involves crooks claiming to be the Social Security Administration. You can protect your private information by remaining ...