Social Security faces major challenges in 2026. Learn the three biggest problems that could impact benefits and what it means for your retirement.

For many older Americans, one of the most critical decisions they might make is figuring out when to sign up for Social Security. A lot of people end up with little to no savings toward the end of ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security is a complex, high-stakes decision that shouldn't be based on fear or simple ...

An increasing number of Social Security retirees face a big problem with losing some benefits. This is happening because a growing number of retirees are subject to Social Security tax each year.

The 2025 COLA of 2.5% wasn't enough to cover the higher prices paid by many retirees. History shows that COLAs don't offset inflation in the following year nearly half the time. Retirees have some ...

Gen Z would rather cut Social Security benefits for retirees than raise their own taxes to keep the program afloat. That finding comes from a sweeping new national survey from the Cato Institute, a ...

Preservationists, historians and lawmakers are mobilizing to protect New Deal Social Security murals in Washington D.C.’s ...

After a long career, many people can't wait for the day they finally cash in on their Social Security benefits — and waiting ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has outlined a series of upgrades to its services in a letter to Congress, reporting faster payments, shorter wait times and a reduction in its disability ...

Social Security’s full retirement age reaches 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Claiming Social Security at 66 instead of 67 reduces benefits by roughly 6.67% for life. Lawmakers have discussed ...

Social Security is one of the most hotly debated social programs in America. While all seem to acknowledge that it's a vital necessity, how the program is funded and administered -- as well as its ...