The Social Security Fairness Act: More Money and Back Payments for Qualifying Recipients
The repeal of two provisions will boost Social Security payments for certain beneficiaries, and will include back payments. Here's what we know so far.
Social Security Update: Payments of Up to $5,108 to Be Paid This Week
Retirees who stop working at the Full Retirement Age, currently set at 67, can receive a maximum benefit of $4,018 per month. If benefits are claimed at the earliest possible age of 62, that maximum payment drops to $2,831.
Third round of January Social Security payments goes out today
The third round of January’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the third group of retirees today. Here is all you need to know about this month’s Social Security payments, which go out in three rounds.
How to Withdraw From Social Security Benefits and Why You'd Want To
If you're eligible to suspend your benefits, you aren't required to pay anything back, as benefits are just on pause instead of canceled completely. Another benefit is you don't have to submit a form to suspend your benefits -- you can just call the SSA and they can take care of the rest for you.
I’m 63 and tried claiming Social Security early, but it was declined because I’m still working. Is that allowed?
Dear Help Me Retire, I am 63 and decided I want to go ahead and start drawing my Social Security retirement benefits. I am still working full time. I was told that I cannot receiv
Social Security February direct payment worth $967 goes out in 10 days
February’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in 10 days. The next SSI payments are scheduled to be distributed on Jan. 31. SSI payments are given to people living with debilitating disabilities that affect their income, according to the Social Security Administration.
Don't Claim Social Security at 62 Unless You Understand This
You can claim Social Security benefits at 62, but you won't qualify for your full benefit yet. Full retirement age for those turning 62 this year is 67. Though claiming early reduces your benefit, delaying your claim increases it.
I’m 62 With $2 Million. Should I Take Social Security or Wait?
Key Points from 24/7 Wall St. Age 62 is the earliest age to claim Social Security, and it results in a reduced benefit for life. If you have nice savings, an early filing won't necessarily hurt your retirement finances.
First round of February Social Security payments go out in 20 days
The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in 20 days. Here is all you need to know about this month’s Social Security payments,
How Much Could Trump’s Social Security Pick Impact Your Benefits? What to Expect in 2025
President Donald Trump has tapped businessman Frank Bisignano as the Social Security Commissioner. What could that mean for ...
2.8 Million Americans Are Owed Back Social Security Benefits. Will You Get Yours Anytime Soon?
It has nothing to do with Social Security's funding crisis. Instead, the Social Security Fairness Act will increase benefits ...
Are Social Security Offices Closed Today? List of Hours During Winter Storm
As a rare winter storm sweeps across the United States, many Social Security offices have temporarily closed their doors.
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Ryan says temporary closure of Poughkeepsie Social Security office will cause hardship
The city’s Social Security Administration Office is temporarily closing due to renovations and causing significant ...
Persistence by local woman led to the passage of Social Security Fairness Act | Opinion
Just after midnight on the very last day of the 2024 Senate session, the Social Security Fairness Act was passed.
Social Security's future 'disturbing' says economist; unusual reforms needed
The recent enactment of the Social Security Fairness Act, which increased retirement benefits for 2.8 million public sector ...
PowerSchool hack exposes 312,000 NC teachers’ Social Security numbers
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - About 312,000 North Carolina teachers’ social security numbers were exposed in the PowerSchool ...
Don’t Fall for the Suspended Social Security Number Scam
The suspended Social Security number scam usually begins with a phone call or robocall. Criminals will often spoof the Social ...