Nearly One-Third of Social Security Recipients Cut Back on Essentials Due to Rising Costs

A study shows that Social Security recipients have gone beyond cutting back on discretionary spending, and they report that their benefits are not enough to cover necessities.

Social Security Rules Get A 2026 Rewrite — What It Means For Your Wallet

New rules are set to be implemented in the Social Security program in 2026, bringing changes to benefits, cost-of-living ...

Odds Are You're Wrong About This Basic Social Security Rule

Social Security rules can be confusing for seniors, but it's important to know the basics to make informed choices.

77% of Older Americans Say the 2026 Social Security COLA Is Not Enough—Here's What You Can Do About It

Social Security's 2026 COLA is 2.8%, but a large number of older adults say it's not enough. Learn why benefits fall short of ...

Some Americans Could Get New Social Security Numbers Under Bill

Under a new bill that just passed, Americans will be able to get a new Social Security number if they’re under age 14 and had ...