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Social Security's 2026 COLA Forecast Was Just Updated. Here's How Much Benefits Could Increase and Why It Might Not Be Enough.
Recent forecasts concerning Social Security's 2026 COLA suggest the average retiree will receive an additional $48 to $54 per ...
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What is the 'golden rule' for maximizing your Social Security benefits?
Social Security is a cornerstone of retirement planning for millions. While the average monthly benefit reached $2,000 in May ...
Social Security number leaked? Chances are, a criminal is already trying to use it
A study found that people whose Social Security numbers are leaked through data breaches are far likelier to be targeted by ...
Social Security's 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Predictions Are Ticking Upward. Here's Why That's Not a Good Thing.
The latest 2026 COLA prediction estimates a 2.6% increase for 2026. This would put it right in line with the average COLA ...
Social Security says it will no longer send paper checks. What you need to know
The Trump administration will soon stop sending out paper checks for Social Security beneficiaries, as part of an effort to fully modernize federal benefits payments. That means a little over half a ...
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Social Security and income tax: New deduction favors wealthy
A new $6,000 senior deduction impacts Social Security taxes—mainly benefiting higher earners while accelerating trust fund ...
74% of Americans think they’re reasonably informed about Social Security — but here’s what they’re often getting wrong
In a recent AARP survey of Americans 18 and over, 74% said they consider themselves reasonably informed about Social Security ...
Social Security chief fires back at Warren over agency 'mismanagement' claims with performance data
Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano defended the Trump administration's changes against Sen. Elizabeth Warren's ...
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Social Security tax not eliminated: What you need to know now
Despite political claims, Social Security benefits are still taxed. Here's how the 2025 law actually works for seniors.