Retirement September 30, 2026
History of Social Security COLAs
The predicted 2027 cost-of-living adjustment of 3.5% would rank 19th among the increases implemented since 1977, the first year Social Security began calculating the annual boost.
Benefits July 27, 2026
New Social Security Cards Are Here But Only for a Special Group
In recognition of America’s 250th birthday on July 4, the Social Security Administration is providing a commemorative card for children born in the U.S. between July 2 and Dec. 31, 2026.
IRS July 24, 2026
Spying Allegations Aside, Head of IRS and SSA Says Your Info is Safe with Him
Frank J. Bisignano, who heads both the IRS and Social Security Administration, dismissed accusations in a recent Wall Street Journal article that he spied on fellow executives during his previous financial career.
Benefits July 23, 2026
Social Security Expands Online Tools and Notices for Disability Claims
The Social Security Administration has made “major” enhancements to my Social Security, expanding its self-service options and notices that are available for individuals navigating the disability claims and appeals process.
Benefits July 20, 2026
15 States Where Retirees Would Lose the Most From Social Security Cuts
While the cuts will be brutal, Social Security recipients in 29 states would see a benefit loss of $500 or more per month.
Benefits July 20, 2026
Facing $500-a-Month Cuts, Lawmakers Propose Bipartisan Social Security Plan
New bipartisan legislation introduced last week by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and a handful of other lawmakers looks to force congressional action before massive Social Security cuts hit within seven years.
Benefits July 20, 2026
How Grandparents Can Help with Financial Planning for College
How to optimize their contributions without jeopardizing financial aid.
Payroll July 16, 2026
62% of Workers Say Working Harder No Longer Leads to Financial Progress
A majority of American workers no longer believe that increased effort at work leads to meaningful financial progress.
Benefits July 15, 2026
Social Security’s New COLA Prediction is Out and It’s More of the Same for Retirees
Inflation-weary retirees won’t see much relief in the latest projections regarding next year’s Social Security increase.
Benefits July 15, 2026
Social Security Rolls Out 2 Major Changes
Two major administrative changes—both aimed at improving customer service and satisfaction—were announced recently by the Social Security Administration.
Benefits July 10, 2026
Commentary: Shoring Up Social Security with a Big Tax Hike? Bad Idea
Social Security needs reform, but the proposal from Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Moreno snowballs the coming crisis while squeezing the economy to buy time.
Taxes July 7, 2026
42 States Don’t Tax Social Security. Here Are the 8 That Do
Recognizing the vital role the program plays for many, the majority of states exempt Social Security income from taxation. Eight do not, however, though rules of what is taxed vary widely.
Benefits June 25, 2026
An Unlikely Senate Alliance Might Be What Finally Fixes Social Security
U.S. Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio and U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts don’t agree on much, but they have agreed to work together on legislation to improve Social Security’s solvency.