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My wife and I have $7,000 a month in pensions and Social Security, plus $140,000 cash. Can we afford to retire?
Dear Quentin, I am contemplating retiring at the end of the year. I’m married and will receive two monthly pension payments; ...
Some Social Security Recipients Will See Wage Garnishment in Just Weeks
Roughly 2 million Americans owed money to the Social Security Administration due to overpayments in 2023, according to KFF ...
Latest 2026 COLA estimate: What a 2.5% Social Security raise could mean for you
The official COLA won't be announced by the Social Security Administration until October, but it's worth paying attention to ...
Social Security letter on taxes sends confusing message, some experts say
The Social Security Administration says most won’t pay federal income taxes on their benefits. But Congress didn’t directly ...
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Social Security Payments: Who Gets $3,089 on July 9?
The first round of July 2025 Social Security payments begins this week, with some retirees getting up to $3,089. See if you ...
Former Social Security Official Pitched an Investment Strategy to Keep Fund Solvent. It Went Nowhere.
Scott Coulter got little traction on his idea to avert the trust fund’s insolvency, accelerated by the tax-and-spending bill.
DOGE cuts have made it hard for seniors to get Social Security offices on the phone
Since DOGE took power in January, complaints about access to the SSA have been “skyrocketing,” according to AARP, the ...
If You Plan to Receive Social Security in 2035, You Have to Prepare Yourself for This
The year 2035 feels a long way off, especially when you're still stuck in a 9-to-5 job you don't like. If you plan to retire ...
Social Security spousal benefits: What married couples need to know in 2025
One of the most important parts of the program, especially for married couples, is Social Security spousal benefits.
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When Claiming Social Security at 62 is the Smartest Move
Deciding when to start receiving Social Security benefits is crucial in retirement planning. While waiting until full ...