Will Social Security run out of money in your lifetime?

Social Security is facing an uncertain future, but it might not be as bad as you think.
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Here's the maximum Social Security benefit possible from ages 62 to 70 in 2026

See the maximum Social Security benefit at each age from 62 to 70 in 2026, how those numbers are calculated, and why many retirees may not reach them.

Social Security payment change: Why some people won’t get benefit check in March

Some Social Security recipients won’t receive their normal payment in March. Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries – ...
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Why Your Social Security Statement Shows More Income Than You’ll Actually Receive

Social Security’s trust fund faces a critical deadline that most Americans aren’t prepared for. The 2025 Trustees Report ...

Millions Face a Tax Shock on Social Security Back Pay. Congress Is Racing to Fix It

A bipartisan “fix” to Social Security benefits for public-sector retirees could lead to a big tax hit for those Americans. Lawmakers are racing the clock before taxes come due on April 15.

Most states don't tax Social Security, but some still do. See a list.

Here's which states are taxing Social Security, and how they might do it.

Can COLAs Really Keep Up With Inflation? Why I'm Not Relying on Social Security Alone in Retirement.

Social Security should only be one component of retirement income.

These 13 states don't tax Social Security, 401(k) accounts, IRAs or pensions

Nine states don't have any income tax, whether on paychecks, 401 (k)s, IRAs, or pensions. Four more states have a state income tax but exempt retirement income. Tax laws are always changing, so stay ...