While the release was pushed back due to the government shutdown, the Social Security Administration (SSA) this morning announced a modest increase in the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. So ...

One of the biggest decisions you might have to make for your retirement is figuring out when to claim Social Security. You’re ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to ...

The Social Security Administration’s Retirement Estimator gives you an automatic estimate of your Social Security benefit based on your actual earnings history, showing calculations for three key ages ...

Rules are changing. Here's what they're likely to look like next year, so you'll know exactly what to expect if you're ...

In the United States, the age at which workers can claim 100% of their Social Security benefits has been steadily increasing, and it is no longer 65 years old. This shift reflects the evolving ...

Lots of changes in store for Social Security recipients as more people rely on a system that's operating above capacity. Full retirement age (FRA) will increase to 66 years and 10 months next year for ...

Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ...