Social Security beneficiaries would welcome extra money in the bank from a COLA hike. But some might only be looking at $50 a month or less extra.

For over 70 million Americans, Social Security is a vital source of monthly income. Payments are distributed throughout the month based on birth dates, ensuring efficient management of transactions.

You could lose up to $18,100 in Social Security by 2033—learn why it’s happening, who’s affected and what steps you can take to protect your benefits.

Two new surveys reveal broad misconceptions about how the program works. Take our poll on how the Social Security system ...

Some Social Security benefit recipients will receive their monthly check slightly earlier next week.

Many look forward to the day they can start taking Social Security benefits. Some people take it as early as age 62 when they're first eligible, while others wait for maximum benefits until around ...

Social Security plays such an essential role in most Americans' lives that it's natural for rumors and myths to pop up. However, the following myths could cost you money and needless sleepless nights.

Our research shows the WISH Act could boost rates of retirement-income adequacy by over 30% for those who qualify.

Relocating to another country does not erase your student loan obligations as borrowers remain legally required to continue making payments, whether their loans are federal or priv ...

1. Book in advance As of January 6, 2025, the SSA moved to appointment-only for most in-office services. The agency says the ...

The backlog of applications for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Buyback program has continued to swell in recent months.