Social Security February direct payment worth $967 goes out in eight days
February’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in eight days. The next SSI payments are scheduled to be distributed on Jan. 31. SSI payments are given to people living with debilitating disabilities that affect their income,
Social Security Update: Payments of Up to $5,108 to Be Paid This Week
Retirees who stop working at the Full Retirement Age, currently set at 67, can receive a maximum benefit of $4,018 per month. If benefits are claimed at the earliest possible age of 62, that maximum payment drops to $2,831.
2.8 Million Americans Are Owed Back Social Security Benefits. Will You Get Yours Anytime Soon?
It has nothing to do with Social Security's funding crisis. Instead, the Social Security Fairness Act will increase benefits for 2.8 million Americans that some say have had their checks unfairly reduced over the years. As a result, these seniors are now entitled to back pay. Here's what we know so far.
First round of February Social Security payments go out in 20 days
Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month, and the following waves go out in the subsequent weeks.
Some Social Security Recipients to Get Higher Benefits Under New Bill
Proposed legislation aims to increase Social Security benefits for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities by eliminating the "marriage penalty."
How Much Could Trump’s Social Security Pick Impact Your Benefits? What to Expect in 2025
President Donald Trump has tapped businessman Frank Bisignano as the Social Security Commissioner. What could that mean for you?
How to Withdraw From Social Security Benefits and Why You'd Want To
If you're eligible to suspend your benefits, you aren't required to pay anything back, as benefits are just on pause instead of canceled completely. Another benefit is you don't have to submit a form to suspend your benefits -- you can just call the SSA and they can take care of the rest for you.
How Much Higher Will Your Social Security Benefits Be If You Wait an Extra Year?
You can claim Social Security benefits starting at the age of 62. However, the earlier you claim your benefits, the smaller your checks will be. Waiting longer to begin your benefits can have a huge payoff,
Paying Taxes on Social Security Benefits: 3 Pitfalls for Retirees to Avoid in 2025
You can avoid paying taxes on your retirement account withdrawals if you have enough deductions to offset the amount you take from your accounts. In 2025, the standard deduction for a couple age 65 or older is $33,200.
Interested in Collecting Social Security Benefits Abroad? See If You Qualify
In most cases, you can collect certain types of Social Security benefits if you retire or live abroad, but there are some exceptions. Here's what you need to know.
Some Americans will get nearly $1,000 from Social Security on Jan. 31: find out if you’re on the list
The Social Security Administration is preparing to send out one final batch of payments before the end of January 2025.
Spousal Social Security Benefits: 5 Things All Retired Couples Should Know
One of the most important, but often misunderstood, components is Social Security spousal benefits. Spousal benefits are ...