New laws enacted in 2025 may impact just how much federal taxes Social Security beneficiaries owe on their benefit income. Here's how experts say to plan.

Your benefits could be changing as we head into the new year. Starting in 2026, Social Security recipients can expect a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The average retired worker collects ...

The Social Security cost of living adjustment (COLA) has been finalized for 2026. In an announcement on Oct. 24, the Social Security Administration (SSA) told retirees and other beneficiaries that a 2 ...

The new year will bring a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) of 2.8%, a slight step up from the 2.5% increase beneficiaries received in 2025. It also marks the first time since the 90s ...

Analysis of the 2.8% COLA, 2026 Medicare premiums, and IRMAA cliffs. Plus, a year-end checklist to maximize your benefits and minimize taxes.

The requirements for benefits change in most years, including 2026. Here's what you need to know.

You'll have to work more to earn Social Security credits in 2026. Wealthy Americans will owe Social Security taxes on an extra $8,400 next year. Social Security beneficiaries who are still working can ...

The new year is approaching fast, and while you may be focused on the busy holiday season, it’s never too early to start thinking about what your finances will look like in 2026. Whether you are a ...

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 ...

Close to 74 million Americans receive Social Security benefits. Nearly two-thirds (63%) say their checks account for at least half of their personal income, according to the Pew Research Center, and ...

WASHINGTON — Looking to retire next year? You might want to double-check your full retirement age. In 2026, a decades-old rule is set to push the threshold higher for when retirees can receive their ...