Here's exactly who qualifies for the maximum Social Security benefit in 2026

Receiving the maximum possible benefit from Social Security is no easy feat, and achieving it might not be worth it to you.

Social Security benefits will set a record next year, and retirees in these 5 states can expect to see the greatest COLA increases. Here's why

The historic rise is also "laughably misaligned" and "woefully insufficient," according to experts.

Social Security Is Headed for Major Changes Within the Next 7 Years -- What Everyone Needs to Know

It's going to be difficult to avoid benefit cuts for at least some people.

Here's the Biggest Social Security Benefit You Could Receive at 62 in 2026

Thinking about claiming Social Security at 62? Discover the biggest Social Security benefit possible at age 62 and how to ...

This Little-Known Social Security Rule Will Dictate the Size of Your Benefit

Your full retirement age (FRA) dictates when you become eligible for the full Social Security benefit you've earned. Claiming ...

1 Social Security Trick That Could Get You Larger Benefits

It's an option worth exploring for more reasons than one.
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Congress Could Raise Social Security’s $184,500 Tax Cap Without Cutting Benefits

When discussions about Social Security’s future arise, many assume the only options involve cutting benefits or raising taxes ...

This 2026 Social Security Change Seems Like Bad News. It Isn't.

Workers may be upset about this Social Security change, but it's actually a good thing in the end.