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Increased Social Security benefits could be insufficient: How is it calculated?
As retirees grapple with rising expenses, the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) offers a glimmer of hope.
Seven Ways to Reduce Taxes on Social Security Benefits in 2025
Ways to avoid paying taxes on Social Security benefits. Before we dive into some ways to potentially reduce your tax burden, ...
Here’s how ‘average earning’ Americans get 77% more in Social Security — even if they’re already collecting benefit checks
Social Security calculates benefits based on your primary insurance amount (PIA) — the monthly payment you’re entitled to at ...
Social Security 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Update: Seniors Could Get a Bigger Boost Than Originally Expected
In a perfect world, the COLAs and inflation would increase in lockstep so that your Social Security checks' buying power ...
Social Security Fairness Act Adds to Pressure on Safety Net
While the law seeks to level the playing field for many federal employees, the sustainability of the Social Security system ...
What All Retirees Need to Know About Social Security in 2025
Those who apply for Social Security under their FRA could lose even more from their checks if they're still working and their ...
Congress Increases Social Security Benefits For Some State And Local Government Employees
The Social Security Fairness Act retroactively reverses some 1983 reforms and increases benefits for some retired state and ...
4 retiree expats break down the finances that pushed them to flee the US
Older Americans said they moved abroad because they couldn't afford a comfortable retirement in the US, citing high medical ...
Why the way you think about Social Security and retirement income is all wrong, says index fund legend
Social Security should be seen as an income stream for an investment portfolio, especially when considering overall wealth, ...
The Average Benefit of Social Security's Oldest Recipients Might Surprise You
Over 50 million Americans claimed Social Security benefits as of December 2023, with an average monthly check of $1,905.31.
3 types of people who should claim Social Security at 62
Claiming Social Security at 62 is popular strategy because it gives recipients the most checks. At the same time, it reduces the size by up to 30%.
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Social Security Check Missing? Here's What to Do
If your Social Security benefit doesn't arrive on time, don't fret. Here's what to know and what you can do about it. Blake has over a decade of experience writing for the web, with a focus on ...