Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

Ramit Sethi Reveals the Retirement Math Most Americans Get Wrong

Money expert Ramit Sethi broke down how much you really need to retire -- and why most Americans are overestimating their savings goals.

GOBankingRates

9 Retirement Mistakes DINK Couples Don’t Realize They’re Making

Dual-income, no-kids (DINK) couples often enjoy financial advantages that other households envy. With two paychecks and fewer day-to-day expenses, it’s easy to assume retirement will take care of itself. But comfort and consistency can be deceptive. Many DINK couples unknowingly fall into habits that undermine their long-term financial security. Avoiding…

Dinks Finance

Revealed: some Australians have overpaid their Centrelink debt by more than $20,000

Exclusive: Services Australia spokesperson says automatic BPay payments and Centrelink being unable to contact customers may be to blame

The Guardian - AU

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

I Heard You Need $1 Million To Retire — How Do So Many People Survive on Less?

You’ve heard $1 million is the magic retirement number—but many people retire with far less. Here’s how they make it work and what you can learn.

GOBankingRates

6 Tax Traps Baby Boomers Wish Someone Warned Them About Earlier

Taxes can take a bigger bite out of retirement savings than many baby boomers expect. Decades of hard work and careful saving can be undermined by overlooked tax traps that quietly erode wealth. The rules around retirement accounts, Social Security, and Medicare are complex, and the implications for taxes can…

The Free Financial Advisor

What It Takes To Be Upper Class in America Plus 10 Safest Retirement Towns for Upper Class

While it might not be possible for everyone, an upper-class retirement should be the goal for everyone.

GOBankingRates

Where to Deposit Your Social Security Check

If you receive Social Security checks, where you deposit them matters because it can help grow your earnings. See the best options.

Kiplinger

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Social Security Earnings Record: 6 Micro-Fixes That Add Real Money to Your Check

A single missing dollar in your Social Security earnings record can cost you far more in retirement. The Social Security Administration (SSA) calculates your monthly...

Saving Advice

Income-Cliff Alert: Earning Just One Dollar More Could Spike Your Medicare Part B Premium or Tax Your Social Security Benefits

For retirees and near-retirees, one extra dollar of income can sometimes do surprising damage. Medicare and Social Security benefits both have “income cliffs”—thresholds that trigger...

Saving Advice

Gen X’s 3 Main Financial Struggles That Are Being Overlooked

Here's a look at a few of those financial challenges of the MTV generation that may be getting overlooked.

GOBankingRates

7 Ways the Social Security Administration Is Quietly Changing Benefits — and What It Means for You

Social Security benefits are a crucial part of retirement planning for millions of Americans. But the Social Security Administration (SSA) isn’t standing still. Each year, it quietly tweaks rules, formulas, and eligibility criteria. These changes can have a big impact on when you claim benefits, how much you receive, and…

The Free Financial Advisor

How Far $1 Million in Savings Plus Social Security Goes in All 50 States

Take a look at the states where Social Security lasts the longest -- and where these benefits deplete the fastest.

GOBankingRates

Trump Tax Bill 2025: What Changed and How It Affects Your Taxes

From standard deduction amounts to tax brackets and Medicaid cuts, here’s what individual filers need to know about tax changes in Trump's "big beautiful bill."

Kiplinger

Social Security Payment Schedule for 2026

Find out when you can expect your 2026 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.

Kiplinger

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

GOBankingRates

5 Ways Your Cash-Back Card Could Be Your Money-Saving Secret Right Now

Discover how to turn everyday spending into savings with cash-back cards. Learn how to maximize rewards, stack perks and boost your financial strategy.

The Free Financial Advisor

The Social Security Timing Trick That Could Add $250 a Month to Your Check

When it comes to Social Security, the timing of your claim can make a big difference in your monthly benefit. Many people don’t realize that a simple strategy—waiting to claim—could boost your check by as much as $250 a month. With inflation and unpredictable markets, that extra money can be…

The Free Financial Advisor

Here’s What Social Security Could Look Like by 2030

Social Security is a pillar of retirement planning for millions of Americans. But with shifting demographics and ongoing debates in Congress, many people wonder what the Social Security system will look like by 2030. If you’re planning your retirement or already receiving benefits, the future of Social Security is more…

Kiplinger

Ready to File? Test Your Social Security Application IQ

Test your basic knowledge of filing for Social Security benefits in our 10 question quick quiz.

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

GOBankingRates

I Asked ChatGPT Where Retirees Should Live in 2025 for Maximum Savings

If you're retiring in 2025, see where AI thinks your retirement savings will last the longest, thanks to low cost of living and low or no state tax burdens.

Benzinga

Social Security Faces Insolvency In 7 Years — Committee Proposes COLA Cap For Wealthier Retirees

In a bid to tackle the impending insolvency of Social Security, the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has put forward a proposal to limit the Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLAs) for those receiving the largest benefits.

Kiplinger

The 10 Most Costly Social Security Mistakes to Avoid

Want to maximize your Social Security check? Learn the 10 most common Social Security filing errors and the steps you need to take to boost your guaranteed retirement income.

GOBankingRates

Dave Ramsey Urges Americans To Pause 401(k) Contributions — Should You?

His method appeals to those who value financial control and simplicity in a landscape that often feels overwhelming.

Dinks Finance

Do DINKs Face a Hidden Retirement Tax Trap?

For Dual Income, No Kids (DINK) couples, retirement can look promising on paper. Two strong incomes and no dependents often lead to higher savings, more freedom, and fewer financial stressors than most families face. But there’s a potential problem lurking beneath the surface—what financial experts call the hidden retirement tax…

GOBankingRates

I Asked a Financial Planner How To Retire Comfortably on $500K: Here’s What He Said

Retiring on $500,000 could be possible. Learn smart withdrawal plans, Social Security timing and cost-cutting tips to stretch your savings for decades.

Saving Advice

7 Reasons Seniors Can’t Qualify For Food Stamps

Many older adults are shocked to discover that they earn “too much” to qualify for food assistance—even when they’re struggling to afford groceries. The Supplemental...

1 … 65 66 67 68

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the Social Security Administration

Bureau of Labor Statistics

80 stories

DINK

51 stories

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.