Now, if you have other taxable income sources, it's still possible your Social Security will go above the threshold where ...

There is indeed a little-known Social Security claiming strategy that provides a lump-sum payment, but it’s not without its ...

The order impacts “all Federal disbursements inclusive of intragovernmental payments, benefits payments, vendor payments, and tax refunds.” That includes any benefits sent out by the Social Security ...

Social Security may pay you less than you expected or hoped for in retirement. Social Security is facing some big -- but surmountable -- challenges. Be sure to have a retirement plan, and aim to have ...

Since at least 2012, a persistent internet rumor has claimed that U.S. Social Security payments are being renamed as "Federal Benefit Payments." In August 2025, the rumor spread again in various ...

As Social Security celebrates its 90th birthday, it time to find a long-term financing solution so the program continues for the next 90 years. Happy birthday, Social Security! President Franklin D.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has announced new legislation aimed at safeguarding Social Security, responding to recent service cuts and strained resources that have affected seniors across his ...

WASHINGTON -- Your Social Security benefits check could be significantly smaller than usual starting later this month thanks to a new policy from the Social Security Administration (SSA). The policy ...

The shift will impact anyone who has not yet switched to electronic payment methods, which the Social Security Administration said is less than 1% of beneficiaries. Anyone still receiving paper checks ...

Congress has until midnight on Sept. 30 to strike a compromise and avoid a shutdown. Neither side seems to be budging.

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