The second wave of Social Security payments goes out Wednesday, Dec. 17. See who qualifies, how payment dates work, and what changes in January.

Here’s a look at four major Social Security changes to be aware of in 2026. Each year, Social Security benefits are subject ...

The second wave of Social Security payments for the month of December is coming this week. Here's what recipients need to ...

All Social Security recipients can get one do-over in their lifetime. If you withdraw your application for benefits and repay ...

The problem that retirees must deal with in 2026 relates to the rules that determine when the federal government charges ...

The program’s trust funds are expected to run out of money by 2034, at which point benefits would be cut by about one-fifth, ...

Social Security benefits are supposed to be one of the most stable income sources that retirees have. Since you contribute to ...

The second big problem with Social Security that will persist into 2026 relates to how benefits are taxed. Social Security ...

January 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, worth up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 15 days. SSI payments ...

See how the 2.8% Social Security COLA, increased Medicare premiums, and new tax withholdings impact a $1,850 benefit in 2026 ...

This week, some Social Security beneficiaries will receive their final payments of 2025. Here's a peak into the 2026 changes ...

Social Security benefits are likely to lose purchasing power next year despite a historic cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).