Social Security is usually protected, but not always. Learn the four cases where benefits can be garnished, how much can be ...

The highest income Social Security beneficiaries are now set to see a maximum benefit of $5,251 per month. That's an increase from $5,108 last year. To see this amount, they must have earned the ...

See the complete 2026 Social Security payment schedule, month by month. Learn how birthdates, SSI rules, and potential holidays affect when your checks arrive.

As the new year approaches, Americans preparing their finances should be aware of several Social Security changes for 2026. More than 70 million people across the U.S. receive money from the Social ...

This article originally appeared on ProPublica. It’s never been easy to qualify for Social Security disability benefits. Christopher Tincher knows this firsthand. Tincher began his working life in a ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.