For several years, persistent internet rumors have claimed U.S. Social Security payments were being renamed "Federal Benefit ...

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

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

See the 2026 maximum Social Security benefits at ages 62, 67, and 70, understand why the gap is so large, and learn how to ...

If you file for Social Security at 62 with a full retirement age of 67, you'll slash your monthly benefits by 30% -- for life ...

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Policymakers cling to a 1970s consumer-price index formula that overstates cost increases and drives up automatic spending.

(NewsNation) — The first Social Security payments for October are scheduled to be distributed this week. These payments will be the first issued under the agency’s new paperless policy. In accordance ...

There's a huge difference in benefits for beneficiaries claiming as soon as possible versus those waiting a few years.

Some older Americans, staring down potential Social Security benefit cuts, might look to access the program as soon as possible. Experts say that could be a mistake. Instead, potential beneficiaries ...