Social Security Update: 72 Million Americans to Get Benefits Boost
An estimated 72.5 million Social Security recipients will benefit from a 2.5 percent increase in their payments this year thanks to the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Inflation, which has been above Federal Reserve targets for several years now,
Retirees in These 9 States Risk Losing Some of Their Social Security Checks
Fortunately, state Social Security benefit taxation is becoming less common over time. Only the following nine states still have benefit tax laws on the books, but they might not apply to you. The following nine states still have Social Security benefit taxes as of 2025:
How to prepare for Social Security benefit taxes if you'll owe them in 2025
The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of some retirees if their provisional income exceeds thresholds for their marital status.
Social Security update: First round of January payments worth up to $4,873 goes out in four days
Retirees who were born on the first through the 10th of the month they were born will receive the check for January on Jan. 8.
Social Security January payment schedule: Here’s when beneficiaries will get their checks
Here is the January Social Security payment schedule for retirement, disability, and survivor beneficiaries, as well as those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Social Security 2025: Changes coming in January
As 2025 unfolds, understanding the latest Social Security updates is crucial for everyone, not just retirees. From increased benefits to new earning limits, these changes could significantly impact your financial planning.
How Can I Reduce My Taxes? I'm Going to Get $3,000/Month From Social Security
When determining your income taxes in retirement and on your Social Security benefits, the IRS uses your “combined income” and filing status as the two main markers. At $36,000 a year from Social Security,
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Who does not receive the $1,400 stimulus check from Social Security?
The IRS is set to distribute federal stimulus checks of up to $1,400 to eligible taxpayers in January 2025. Discover who will ...
Social Security's 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2025 Was Disappointing. Will 2026 Be Any Better?
The first Social Security checks with 2025's 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) have gone out, with more coming in the ...
Social Security Is Increasing Payments to 3 Million People This Year—Find Out If You’re One of Them
Social Security checks are increasing for almost 3 million Americans. Here's how to find out if you'll benefit—and when.
Social Security Fraud: Woman Accused of Embezzling $360,000
Mavious Redmond allegedly pretended to be her dead mother for more than two decades in order to receive the monthly benefits.
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Some Social Security checks came early in December. See quirky 2025 payment schedule
Because of the calendar, Social Security recipients who get Supplemental Security Income benefits get their first 2025 check ...
The biggest Social Security changes taking effect in 2025
As we step into 2025, you may be setting financial goals. While you're at it, you should also keep tabs on the Social ...
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New law could boost Social Security checks for thousands of retired California teachers
The Social Security Fairness Act, signed by President Joe Biden on Sunday, will increase retirement benefits for many ...
New Social Security benefit increases for nearly 3 million Americans may trigger higher tax bill, Medicare premium costs
Nearly 3 million Americans are poised to see bigger Social Security benefit checks. For some, that could trigger larger tax ...