The wage base limit increase means that more higher earners will be paying more in Social Security payroll taxes. For example ...

Social Security is supposed to cover 40% of pre-retirement earnings. But a new report shows your check goes further in some ...

Social Security's rules are shifting again in 2026, and the age at which Americans can claim full benefits is at the center ...

The new year brings a big change for Social Security when it comes to claiming benefits. Starting in 2026, the Social ...

Social Security was designed to replace 40% of retirement income. A new FinanceBuzz report shows how far benefits really go ...

Almost half of U.S. adults between 55 and 66 don’t have any personal retirement savings — what are your options?

Thinking about claiming your Social Security benefits? You need to know your 'full retirement age,' which affects the ...

Indexed earnings are SSA calculations that adjust lifetime wages for inflation. Discover how they affect Social Security ...

The table below shows the approximate average Social Security checks for retirees by age and gender in 2026. It is based on ...

This rule on Social Security spousal benefits limits your options if you're claiming on your spouse's work record.

Some confusion has surfaced as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will not receive a payment during the month of ...

In a recent Wall Street Journal article, Richard Rubin highlighted an important fact: the Social Security retirement trust ...