This Was the Average Social Security Benefit in 1974, and Here's What It Is Now
Another change in the past five decades is the amount people receive monthly in Social Security retirement benefits. In 1974, ...
Social Security is alive, fairly well, and essential as ever
"Social Security doesn’t need 'fixing' — by reducing benefits or privatization. What it needs is for high earners to begin ...
Earn $100,000 a Year? Here's Exactly How Much More Social Security Tax You'll Pay in 2025.
In 2024, the Social Security wage cap is $168,600. In 2025, that cap is rising to $176,100. This means that higher earners ...
Who got the Social Security Extra Payment for November? Eligibility for the latest direct payment
In November 2024, recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may have noticed what appeared to be an additional payment ...
My wife is 9 years older than me — but makes 50% less. Will I have to retire for her to receive my Social Security spousal benefits?
My wife is nine years older than I am and makes about 50% less than I do. She will probably retire nearly a decade before I ...
When to quit working, take Social Security, and focus on yourself: Older Americans share their regrets about navigating retirement.
Older Americans regret taking early retirement and premature Social Security claims, as well as overspending or being too ...
Social Security access is changing — and millions of Americans are affected. Make sure you know what’s coming
A mySocialSecurity online account makes that possible. Soon, however, millions of Americans could lose access to this ...
Some Social Security Beneficiaries Will Pass a Historic Milestone in 2025. Are You Among Them?
Maximum benefits increase too, and in 2025, the maximum benefit will exceed $5,000 for the first time. It came close in 2024 ...
The Savings Game: Social Security Fairness Act passes House, needs Senate approval
Most Americans have jobs that withhold payroll taxes (aka FICA taxes) that contribute to the Social Security system, and when ...
Fact Check: Video shows Ramaswamy discussing cut to federal workforce, not Social Security benefits
A 20-second clip of Vivek Ramaswamy discussing a possible method of cutting the U.S. federal workforce based on employees’ ...
Why Retiring at Age 70 Could Mean More Social Security Benefits Than You Think
How much money you receive in Social Security benefits depends on several factors, including your age when you start ...
Planning for retirement: Here's how I expect to spend my Social Security checks
The idea of depending entirely on Social Security doesn't sit well with me. That's why I'm taking control now by building ...