Social Security is phasing out paper checks, making electronic payments the new standard. Learn about the new rules, your ...

The wage base limit increase means that more higher earners will be paying more in Social Security payroll taxes. For example ...

Indexed earnings are SSA calculations that adjust lifetime wages for inflation. Discover how they affect Social Security ...

Rumors spread that Social Security paper checks were ending. Here's what actually changed, why the confusion started, and ...

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The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social ...

Here are the thresholds when taxes are charged on Social Security benefits in 2026: $25,000 for single filers to be taxed on ...

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The third and final wave of Social Security payments for December is scheduled to be distributed this week, less than a month until the upcoming cost-of-living adjustment takes effect. Following the ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, the last group will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more SSI check ...

As the new year approaches, Americans preparing their finances should be aware of several Social Security changes for 2026. More than 70 million people across the U.S. receive money from the Social ...