Learn about six key Social Security changes coming in 2026, from COLA adjustments to higher tax limits, and how they impact ...

But you may not be able to snag Social Security's maximum monthly benefit if you're planning to sign up in 2026. Here's why.

Social Security undergoes the same changes each year, but Americans consistently score poorly when quizzed on the retirement ...

For decades, U.S. taxpayers have paid into Social Security with each paycheck, only to discover later that up to 85% of those ...

The amount a person receives in Social Security benefits depends on lifetime income, the age at which that person claims ...

In order to qualify for the maximum Social Security benefit, you'll also have to earn the maximum for each of the 35 years of earnings that are used to calculate your benefits. That doesn't mean ...

Lawmakers have introduced a new bill that aims to permanently end taxes on Social Security benefits. High-income earners may ...

President Donald Trump's recently signed tax legislation, often referred to as the "big beautiful bill," offers some relief ...

Social Security Will Permanently Change on Sept. 30, With 5 Additional Changes a Near-Certainty on Jan. 1 An executive order ...

In January 2026, several changes to Social Security will take effect, impacting everything from credits and taxes to benefit checks and full retirement age (FRA) rules. Knowing about these updates ...

If you find that part of your Social Security benefits will be taxable, you’ll need to file using Form 1040 or Form 1040-SR.

Social Security is undoubtedly a lifesaving financial lifeline for millions of Americans, but it's far from the easiest program to keep up with. That's been the case since monthly benefits began in ...