In 2026, Social Security benefits get a 2.8% COLA increase, but a 9.7% hike in Medicare Part B premiums may leave many ...

The COLA is called a raise because it results in a retiree’s monthly benefits check getting bigger. The purpose of it is to ...

Several Social Security and Medicare changes in 2026 are reducing how far retirement income goes. Learn which updates are ...

If you’re collecting Social Security, you probably noticed that your January check was larger than your checks in 2025.

When the Social Security Administration announced that benefits would be getting a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, ...

Social Security payments for February follow a normal schedule. These checks are the second to reflect a 2.8% cost-of-living ...

Social Security is always a big topic among retirees and those getting close to retirement. So what changes should you be aware of for 2026? Here are the seven most important new things to know about ...

There's a reason many retirees may be disappointed in their benefits this year.

Working after starting to collect Social Security benefits before the full retirement age can temporarily reduce benefits. However, working can also potentially boost Social Security benefits thanks ...

It's going to be difficult to avoid benefit cuts for at least some people.

A new Social Security Administration report shows how benefits vary by age and lifetime earnings, and why higher earners ...