The Latest Breaking News from the Social Security Administration

Generally, the exact date your first Social Security January benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born. Payments follow the month that they are due, so your January check is for your December benefit.

Don't unnecessarily delay or reduce your Social Security benefits because you don't know all the rules and requirements.

Income from Social Security benefits is a major retirement-planning consideration.

Crooks are perfecting Medicare Open Enrollment scams to try to steal your money or personal information.

Don't delay — getting these tasks accomplished as soon as possible can help you avoid costly consequences.

Trump tried to slash protections for the working poor in ways that have been forgotten by many

The Social Security Administration announced what the 2025 COLA increase will look like for more than 72 million Americans who receive benefits.

The Social Security Administration's 2.5% COLA hike for 2025 will increase the monthly income of retired workers by an average of $50 and $100 for widowed mothers with two children.

The proposed bill is expected to help kids become familiar with financial planning early on and level the playing field for Americans from all walks of life by offering each the chance to achieve financial freedom.