Social Security, SSI payments

$2,000 checks from Social Security in February 2025: find out if you get one and when
Having sent out all January checks, the Social Security Administration is now preparing to get February’s payments underway.
First round of February Social Security payments goes out in 19 days
The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in 19 days. Here is all you need to know about February’s Social Security payments,
SSI payments amount by state in 2025: What state offers the highest Social Security checks?
As we step into 2025, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments see adjustments based on the 2.5% cost-of-living increase (COLA). This increase raises the ma
Retiring on Social Security Alone in 2025? Here's the Monthly Income You May Be Looking At
But you should know that if you're planning to retire on Social Security alone this year, you may be setting yourself up for some pretty tough times ahead. Here's what your monthly income might look like -- and why it may not be anywhere close to enough.
Third round of January Social Security payments goes out in two days
The monthly payment schedule for Social Security checks has three waves, all occurring on Wednesdays. The upcoming check is part of the third wave.
Which States Still Tax Social Security?
Although millions of Americans do not have to pay taxes on their hard-earned Social Security checks, federal and state tax laws can effectively reduce the payments retirees receive. Nine states still tax Social Security benefits in 2025,
This Was the Average Social Security Benefit in 1974, and Here's What It Is Now
How has the average Social Security benefit changed over time? A lot has changed for Social Security over the past 50 years, including the amount recipients receive. At the end of
Social Security update: February direct payment worth $967 goes out in 11 days
The Supplemental Security Income program gives payments to those living with debilitating disabilities which may affect their income.
Can You Work and Collect Social Security?
As simple words go, “retirement’’ carries a lot of weight and a lot of baggage. Now that retirement is bouncing around in your mind, and you entertain the thought of giving up your day job, you ask yourself: One answer responds to both questions.
Don't Claim Social Security at 62 Unless You Understand This
Waiting to apply will often increase how much Social Security you collect over your lifetime. The Social Security Administration assigns everyone a full retirement age (FRA) based on their birth year.
I’m 62 With $2 Million. Should I Take Social Security or Wait?
Key Points from 24/7 Wall St. Age 62 is the earliest age to claim Social Security, and it results in a reduced benefit for life. If you have nice savings, an early filing won't necessarily hurt your retirement finances.
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Social Security checks with COLA deposited today
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that checks worth up to $5,108 will be deposited today for select ...
Some Americans will get nearly $1,000 from Social Security on Jan. 31: find out if you’re on the list
The Social Security Administration is preparing to send out one final batch of payments before the end of January 2025.
Some People Born in 1959 Will Reach a Major Social Security Milestone in 2025
A few of those born in 1959 will reach their full retirement age (FRA) in 2025. Your FRA plays a big part in the size of your ...
No taxes on Social Security checks? Here’s what Trump’s campaign promise could mean for American retirees in 2025 (and beyond)
President-elect Donald Trump has made a bold promise to eliminate federal taxes on Social Security benefits. For millions of ...
Trump's mass deportation plan could drain more than $20 billion a year from Social Security
President Donald Trump's mass deportation plans could have a significant economic side effect: draining Social Security ...
Social Security Benefit Cuts Are an Estimated 8 Years Away -- Here's How Much Your Monthly Check Would Shrink
Over the last 40 years, every Trustees Report has pointed to the program having a long-term funding obligation shortfall. In ...
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New Social Security Law May Face Problems Under Trump—Economist
The Social Security Fairness Act was passed this month, effectively getting rid of the windfall elimination provision and ...
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Woman accused of stealing over $100K from sister when Social Security wasn’t enough
When her $1,200 monthly checks from Social Security couldn’t cover her bills, a woman allegedly used more than $100,000 from ...