First 2027 Social Security COLA forecasts a small bump at 2.5%. But early predictions are often incorrect. Here’s what retirees should watch instead

The Senior Citizens League has released its first forecast for next year’s cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), projecting a 2.5 ...
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No tax on Social Security? A closer look at what the legislation actually does

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 creates a temporary tax deduction for seniors aged 65 and older, offering up to $6,000 for individuals and $12,000 for couples through 2028, rather than ending ...

Are You Beating the Average Social Security Benefit?

The estimated average Social Security benefit for January 2026 is $2,071, up from $2,015 before the 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) took effect. This means the average senior will take home ...

Getting Divorced? Here's What That Means for Your Social Security Benefits.

If you remarry, you will lose the ability to claim Social Security on your ex's work record. You will only receive a spousal Social Security benefit if it's larger than your own retirement benefit.
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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 ...
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increased tax collection and did not cause the “call effect” that the PP warns about

Luisa has her portfolio ready for when she finally gets the papers and can start knocking on companies’ doors. While he works ...

Here’s What the Average Social Security Benefit Will Be in 2026 - and Why It Matters

Learn about the average Social Security benefit in 2026, how benefits are calculated, and why knowing the average benefit can impact your own retirement plans.
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Prediction: This Will Be the Maximum Social Security Benefit Amount in 2035

In 2026, the maximum Social Security benefit is $5,181 per month. While most people don’t receive this much money, those who ...

Social Security benefits are still taxed in some states. Why there's a push to change that

President Donald Trump has touted "no tax on Social Security" with the addition of a new senior deduction. Some states still ...

Social Security has 'no bankruptcy or collapse in the cards,' economist says — but benefits may change

While surveys show Americans worry Social Security will run out of money, benefits will continue, one economist says.
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How federal retirement benefits are calculated and where estimates go wrong

In 2017, I wrote a column about factors that contribute to an accurate retirement estimate that I think is worth repeating this week. I have been learning about employees who have had to retire with ...
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My friend’s wife didn't get all her SS immediately - Social Security Matters

Dear Rusty: A friend told me about what he believes is a strange thing in the Social Security system. His wife reached her full retirement age (FRA) of 66 several years ago. She delayed filing for ...