How Much Will Social Security Pay Me in Retirement? Here’s How to Estimate Your Monthly Check
If you’re like most seniors, you’ll rely on  Social Security to provide a good portion of your income once you retire. But, it can be hard to figure out exactly what role Social Security will play in supporting you if you don’t know how much money you’ll get from the benefits program.
First round of February Social Security payments goes out in five days
The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in five days. Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month,
6 Things All Retirees Need to Know About Social Security COLAs
Tens of millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits for a substantial portion of their retirement income. Not only is Social Security a valuable source of retirement income, with the average retired worker receiving about $1,975 per month, but it is also the only inflation-protected source of income many retirees have.
Social Security Fairness Act Checklist: Six Things to Know
This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much more money they might receive.
Social Security Payment This Week: Up to $5,108 To Go Out
However, those who have been claiming since before May 1997, or also collect Supplemental Security Income (SSI) checks, are paid differently. SSI is a federal government benefit that provides monthly payments to adults and children with a disability or blindness and to adults aged 65 and older.
Social Security COLA prediction: Bad news for retirees?
The non-partisan advocacy group The Senior Citizens League predicts the 2026 COLA will be 2.1%, based on data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ CPI-W, the index used to calculate the annual increase. December’s CPI-W came in at 2.8%. Getty Images
Social Security Fairness Act: Will You Qualify for Back Payments?
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that will give qualifying individuals more money and potential back payments. Here's what you should know.
Social Security Payments: Some 62-Year-Olds Won’t See Their Check This Month!
Millions of retirees in the United States rely on Social Security payments to cover essential expenses. Every month, the Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a strict schedule to distribute these payments,
Social Security Payments: Is the February 12 dispersion only for Group 2 retirees?
Understanding the timing and strategies for Social Security payments can significantly impact your financial well-being. Learn how to navigate the system to ensure you receive the maximum benefits possible.
Social Security Taxes to Change Under New Bill: Here's Who's Impacted
A new bill introduced by U.S. Senators Roger Marshall and Marsha Blackburn proposes significant changes to Social Security ...
Prediction: The 2026 Social Security COLA Will Be Higher Than Experts Think
It's far too early to know what next year's Social Security cost-of-living adjustment might be. However, based on several ...
1 Social Security move every single worker should make in 2025
Whether you're retiring in 2025 or still have decades left, it's wise to ensure you know exactly how Social Security will fit ...