The Social Security Administration, which overpays billions in benefits annually, is beginning to withhold some benefits sent to overpaid recipients.

1. Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) can lead to beefier benefits The proverbial star among all of the annual changes is the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).

The Social Security Administration, which overpays billions in benefits annually, is beginning to withhold some benefits sent to overpaid recipients.

Social Security COLA up to 2.7%, but Medicare Part B hikes may eat up extra benefits By Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman July 19, 2025 ...

The latter can provide your direct deposit information to Social Security on your behalf. You can also update your payment details for VA benefits online or over the phone.

This week, Social Security recipients will receive their scheduled payments, with some beneficiaries set to receive up to $5,108. These payments are distributed on a staggered basis to accommodate ...

The Social Security Administration, which overpays billions in benefits annually, is beginning to withhold some benefits sent to overpaid recipients.

Want to wait to claim Social Security? These smart financial strategies can help you avoid tapping it too early.

There has been a lot of information and misinformation around the taxability of Social Security in the popular press. Social Security benefits have been subject to federal income tax since 1983.

For some Social Security recipients, benefit checks might arrive in a lesser amount in the coming months. Meanwhile, some others may have recently gotten a bump in their benefits. The Social ...