Another method to see if your Social Security benefits are taxable is to look at your combined income, which includes your ...

Social Security’s new COLA boosts benefits, but Medicare premiums, IRMAA surcharges, Part D costs and tax withholding can shrink retirees’ real increase.

Social Security's inflation-measuring yardstick continues to come up short for those who rely most on Social Security income.

Social Security typically pays benefits on Wednesdays. The first wave of payments will be sent on the second Wednesday of the month, Feb. 11, with subsequent payments going out on the third (Feb. 18) ...

The estimated average Social Security benefit for January 2026 is $2,071, up from $2,015 before the 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) took effect. This means the average senior will take home ...

The Social Security Administration distributes benefits to almost 74 million people each month. Here is when to expect yours in February.

Start with checking your earnings statement and coordinating with your spouse.