Social Security faces major challenges in 2026. Learn the three biggest problems that could impact benefits and what it means for your retirement.

A slimmed-down workforce will handle cases on a nationwide basis — what does that mean for its 75 million beneficiaries?

Republicans and Democrats don’t concur on many things these days, but on one point they increasingly agree: Social Security ...

Picture this. You've worked your whole life, contributed to Social Security every single paycheck, and now retirement is ...

An increasing number of Social Security retirees face a big problem with losing some benefits. This is happening because a growing number of retirees are subject to Social Security tax each year.

The 2025 COLA of 2.5% wasn't enough to cover the higher prices paid by many retirees. History shows that COLAs don't offset inflation in the following year nearly half the time. Retirees have some ...

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the year draws to a close, experts say Social Security recipients may benefit from reviewing several key items before Dec. 31 to help avoid payment issues, tax surprises or ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has outlined a series of upgrades to its services in a letter to Congress, reporting faster payments, shorter wait times and a reduction in its disability ...

Social Security’s full retirement age reaches 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Claiming Social Security at 66 instead of 67 reduces benefits by roughly 6.67% for life. Lawmakers have discussed ...

After a long career, many people can't wait for the day they finally cash in on their Social Security benefits — and waiting ...

Gen X is heading toward retirement with hidden challenges. Discover three sneaky problems that could derail your plans and ...

Social Security is one of the most hotly debated social programs in America. While all seem to acknowledge that it's a vital necessity, how the program is funded and administered -- as well as its ...