Will government shutdown stop Social Security? What to know about payments

Social Security payments for February follow a normal schedule. What to know if the federal government shuts down.

First 2026 Social Security payments bring a bigger check in January. What beneficiaries can expect

The first Social Security and Supplemental Security Income checks for 2026 will include a 2.8% boost for about 75 million ...

Could Unpaid Debts Lead to Garnishment of Your Social Security Payments? What You Need to Know

Social Security beneficiaries can have their benefits garnished if they have missed child support payments, have unpaid taxes ...

9 Things Almost Every Retiree Gets Wrong When Claiming Social Security

Many retirees make costly Social Security mistakes, from claiming too early to overlooking taxes and earnings rules. Learn ...