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The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

Why 2026 Social Security Check May Feel Smaller Than Anticipated

Social Security’s new COLA boosts benefits, but Medicare premiums, IRMAA surcharges, Part D costs and tax withholding can shrink retirees’ real increase.

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Meet the first CEO of the IRS: A Jamie Dimon protégé facing a $5 trillion test this tax season

Wall Street legend Frank Bisignano has become the most prominent businessperson to dive into government work.

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Filed for Social Security Too Soon? 2 Ways to Get a Do-Over

If you've claimed Social Security too soon, two SSA rules allow a do-over. But be warned: Using them clumsily can lead to surprise repayments or lost benefits.

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State-Tax Surcharge Surprise: Some Regions Now Tax Social-Security Income Over $80K — With No Voter Notice

A scary tax headline can make it sound like a brand-new bill showed up overnight and targeted retirees out of nowhere. In reality, state taxation...

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What a $460 Monthly Cut in Social Security Would Mean for Millions of Retirees

Social Security is facing funding issues, which could lead to a cut in benefits. Learn how a potential payout reduction could end up impacting retirees.

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Why Fixed Income Doesn’t Feel Fixed Anymore for Retirees in 2026

Everyone who’s retired or eyeing retirement remembers the day they first heard “fixed income,” pictured as a money safety net that kicks in like clockwork every month. That dependable paycheck — from Social Security, pensions, annuities, or bond interest — was supposed to be the rock in the shaky sea…

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Ask the Editor, January 30: Questions on Social Security Benefits Taxation

In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on the taxation of Social Security benefits

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10 States With the Highest Social Security Payments

Find out which states deliver the highest Social Security payments and what factors help residents maximize their benefits for stronger retirement income.

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Avoid These 4 Mistakes If You’re Claiming Social Security in 2026

By planning ahead, you can not only avoid making potentially serious mistakes, but you can also ensure that you're receiving the maximum benefits that you can.

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Where is my tax refund? Here’s why it might be coming later this year

Tax refunds are issued when an individual has paid more tax throughout the year than they ultimately owe, often due to withholding

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Social Security’s Built-In Benefit Cut Is Coming — Here’s What It Means for You

Social Security's built-in benefit cut is getting closer than many retirees realize, and it is largely a math problem hiding in plain sight.

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The $1,000 Trump Account for newborns: Who is eligible, how to apply and what comes next

A new government initiative will provide a $1,000 Trump Account for children born between January 1, 2025, and December 31, 2028. This investment account, designed for long-term growth until age 18, aims to encourage early investing. Families can add their own contributions, with potential for significant growth depending on market…

The Times of India

Can You Really Retire on Social Security Alone in 2026? An Honest Budget Breakdown

See what a real Social Security-only retirement budget could look like in 2026, as well as whether you could truly live on Social Security benefits alone.

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10 Surprising Things About Early Retirement You Need To Know

Some folks spend their entire adult life looking forward to, and planning for, an early retirement. But surprises will inevitably arise.

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5 Signs Your Medicare Costs Just Changed

You likely watched the news about the 2.8% Social Security COLA and calculated exactly how much extra money you would have this year. Then the...

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9 Benefits Calls That Are Actually Scams (Even When They Sound “Official”)

Your phone rings. Surprisingly, the caller ID displays “Social Security Administration” or “Medicare Support.” The voice on the other end sounds professional, calm, and terrifyingly specific. Moreover, they know your name, and they might even recite the last four digits of your SSN.

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7 Social Security Mistakes That Reduce Your Check Without You Noticing

You worked for decades to earn it, but the Social Security Administration (SSA) isn’t going to hand you an optimized check on a silver platter. The system remains neutral. They will happily let you file paperwork that costs you thousands of dollars. Most treat Social Security like a simple savings…

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10 Medicare Costs That Surprise People After They Turn 65

There is a dangerous myth that once you turn 65, your healthcare becomes free. You get the red, white, and blue card, and you assume the bills stop. The reality is that Medicare is a safety net with holes in it.

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9 Things to Check If Your Benefits Deposit Doesn’t Show Up

You log in to your banking app, expecting to see your deposit. The balance hasn’t moved. The panic sets in immediately. Did the IRS forget you? Did Social Security miss a cycle?

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Pam Bondi's Minneapolis shakedown

The attorney general’s voter-roll demand shows how Trump’s 2020 election denial fuels federal coercion and violence

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Social Security Benefits: Millions Face 'Financial Doom' As Funding Crisis Peeks

Social Security faces insolvency by 2033, threatening automatic benefit cuts of up to 23 per cent affecting 57.8 million retirees. Congress has fewer than seven years to act before devastating £460-monthly reductions take effect for vulnerable Americans.

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COLA vs. Inflation vs. Insolvency: The Tug-of-War Over Your Social Security Check

See how the 2026 Social Security COLA compares to inflation in 2026 as well as some things retirees can do now to protect their buying power this year.

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Cost of Living After Social Security in the Largest City in Every State

See what it costs to retire in L.A., Chicago and other metros.

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I’m Retired and Regret Not Taking Social Security at Age 62 — Here’s Why

Here's Lina's story, along with what she learned to hopefully help you avoid the same mistakes and make the most of your benefits.

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3 Ways the New Social Security Rules Could Impact Middle Class

Learn how new Social Security rules could affect middle-class retirees and workers, from reduced benefits to shifting filing strategies.

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