The same approach could work again: thoughtful, phased reforms that maintain the program’s core protections. Ideas on the ...

As January 2025 unfolds, the Social Security Administration (SSA) continues its monthly distribution of benefits to millions, including retirees, survivors, and those with disabilities. This month ...

The SSA has now confirmed it has sent out 3.1 million payments to those impacted by the Social Security Fairness Act.

Except for the Social Security Fairness Act's passage, these changes typically happen every year. If you think they may affect you in future years, it's best to keep an eye out for these changes ...

When reaching out to the Social Security Administration (SSA), timing is crucial. The national toll-free number, 1-800-772-1213, operates Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. To avoid ...

Q. I receive a significant pension from work I have done outside of Social Security. I have not worked enough hours under ...

Each month, the Social Security Administration pays retirement, survivor and disability benefits to more than 70 million ...

Social Security changes slightly every year, undergoing adjustments that can significantly affect individuals receiving ...

The Social Security Administration says it has processed 2.5 million retroactive payments to people previously locked out of retirement benefits.

The agency said it is temporarily reassigning about 1,000 customer service representatives from field offices to work on the ...

The long-term combined outlook of the Social Security Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund and Disability Insurance Trust Fund worsened slightly, speeding up by about three calendar quarters ...

The Medicare Hospital Insurance Trust Fund is also set to run dry in 2033, three years earlier than the trustees previously projected. This fund helps cover stays in hospitals, nursing homes and ...