Social Security 2026 Update
Get the latest social security updates for 2026, including amounts for individuals and couples, and key earnings thresholds.
Get Social Security Benefits by Check? Prepare for Change
Starting September 30, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will stop issuing paper checks for benefits payments. The SSA is urging all recipients of Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other government benefits to switch to electronic payments before the deadline. This change is…
Why the Social Security Retirement Age Is Now 67, Not 65
In 2025, Americans born in 1960 are reaching age 65, a milestone that for decades has been associated with retirement. Many people still think of 65 as the age to claim full Social Security retirement benefits. But for those born…
Scam Email Targets Social Security Recipients
If you or a loved one are among the 71.6 million people receiving Social Security benefits, be careful of downloading email attachments. You could receive a dangerous email from hackers pretending to be the Social Security Administration (SSA), and the…
SSI Benefits Updates You May Have Missed
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has made numerous improvements to its Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. These changes will make things a bit easier for SSI applicants as well as current recipients. What Is Supplemental Security Income? The SSI program…
Your Social Security Benefits for 2025: Cost of Living Adjustment
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has officially released its annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) figures for 2025. These numbers will have an impact on monthly Social Security benefits payouts for retirees and the amounts paid out to recipients of Social Security disability…
Social Security 2025 Update
Explore the latest updates on social security benefits for 2025, including payment amounts for individuals and couples.
Buyer Beware: How to Avoid Scams When Applying for Government Benefits
In recent years, the number of for-profit companies preying on people with disabilities and veterans applying for state and federal government benefits has surged. These entities exploit the complexities of the benefits system, often leaving the most vulnerable members of…
my Social Security Accounts Transition to Login.gov Accounts
A free and secure online account can be used to manage Social Security benefits. Account users can check their application status, request a replacement Social Security card, and view notices online. However, on July 12, 2024, the SSA announced that…
Maximizing Independence with an ABLE Account
Kelly is 24 years old. He is on the autism spectrum and is receiving SSI. He is doing his best to be independent, but the monthly stipend is limited and it is difficult to live on his own with minimal…