The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

New Jersey’s $95 Minimum SNAP Benefit Continues to Help Thousands of Older Adults

For an older New Jersey resident living primarily on Social Security, qualifying for SNAP used to come with a frustrating possibility: going through the application...

Saving Advice · Jul 31

Social Security Now Requires Electronic Benefit Payments for Most Recipients

The days of waiting beside the mailbox for a Social Security check are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Social Security is moving most recipients to electronic benefit payments, meaning monthly benefits will arrive through direct deposit or another approved electronic method instead of traditional paper checks.

The Free Financial Advisor · Jul 31

What RHONY's Dorinda Medley Can Teach Advisers About Sudden Financial Responsibility

When "The Real Housewives of New York" star's husband passed away, Medley found herself in charge of overwhelming financial details. How can you avoid that?

Kiplinger · Jul 31

BenefitsCheckUp Can Match Seniors With Hundreds of Local Assistance Programs

Every year, millions of older Americans struggle to pay for groceries, prescription medications, utility bills, and healthcare expenses while living on fixed incomes. What many...

Saving Advice · Jul 30

Good Job on Cutting Costly Investment Fees, But These 8 Tax Traps Can Hurt Far More

It makes sense to keep an eye on investment costs, but tax inefficiencies will cost you far more in the long run. Here's where to find your next real savings.

Kiplinger · Jul 30

How Much the Average 81-Year-Old Retiree Receives From Social Security

Turning 81 often brings a new stage of retirement. Many people at that age have been collecting Social Security for well over a decade, and...

Saving Advice · Jul 29

10 Retirement Fixes You Can Implement Today to Strengthen Your Financial Plan

Taking action in areas like tax efficiency and estate organization can help you secure your future while also allowing you the freedom to enjoy your savings.

Kiplinger · Jul 29

Got money questions? How to get chatbots to give you accurate answers

Finding good financial advice can be stressful – and expensive. That’s one reason why chatbots have become an increasingly popular and free alternative.

The Conversation · Jul 29

With the Widow's Penalty, Prevention Is Better Than the Cure: A Financial Adviser Explains Why

Don't get hit with a higher tax bill just when you've lost your spouse. You can deal with it once the worst has happened, but it's far better to plan ahead.

Kiplinger · Jul 29

SSO appeals order halting board vote preparations

The Social Security Office (SSO) will appeal a Supreme Administrative Court injunction that has temporarily suspended preparations for the Sept 27 Social Security Board election, Labour Minister Julapun Amornvivat said on Tuesday.

Bangkok Post · Jul 29