If you want a bigger Social Security check, there's a surefire way to get it -- but not everyone can make it happen.

As living costs continue to rise, more than half of seniors on Social Security report cutting back on discretionary spending, ...

The Trump administration is phasing out paper checks starting next week but those who haven't switched to online payments ...

Members of Congress recently introduced legislation that would eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits and raise the ...

The Social Security Administration is transitioning to electronic payments next week after 85 years of issuing paper checks to U.S. retirees.

The Social Security Administration ( SSA) explained the shift in a blog post. When the first day of a month falls on a weekend or holiday, payments are made on the last business day before. That means ...

Some new numbers have emerged regarding social security and COLA (Cost-of-Living Adjustment). Doug and Lee break down what this might mean to beneficiaries of the government program as well as future ...

Discover 11 retirement towns where the median home comes with a mortgage under $700—and access to quality health care, low costs, and vibrant living.

Retirees often face unexpected tax burdens on Social Security benefits, influenced by federal and state regulations. Understanding these complexities is crucial for effective financial planning.

As retirement approaches, many Americans focus on saving, but fewer spend time preparing for how they'll spend. While some ...

The Iowa congressmen's descriptions of the Big Beautiful Bill don't line up with what's going on, write John Hale and Terri Hale.

Think of RMDs as the IRS’s way of making sure you don’t let your retirement money sit forever. Starting at age 73, you’ll need to withdraw a set amount each year from accounts such as traditional IRAs ...