See the maximum Social Security benefit for ages 62 to 85 in 2026

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits?

Before claiming spousal benefits, you should check your potential benefit to ensure that spousal benefits would be higher ...
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Your Social Security cheat sheet: Quick steps to estimate your Social Security retirement checks

The Retirement Calculator will show your estimated Social Security retirement benefits if you retire early (age 62 is the ...
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Here’s what the government shutdown means for your Social Security check

The federal government shutdown has the tens of millions of Americans on Social Security concerned about whether they’ll receive the monthly benefits they rely on to pay their bills. The ...
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What will happen to Social Security checks, benefits, programs during government shutdown

The United States government officially shut down on Oct. 1. If you’re wondering what that means for Social Security Administration programs and services, here’s what you need to know. Social ...

New Social Security info coming out in November — what to know about benefit changes

Beneficiaries should receive a one‑page COLA notice in late November via the my Social Security account or by mail in ...
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Will My Social Security Be Affected by the Government Shutdown?

The federal government has officially shut down after Congress failed to pass a stopgap funding bill by Tuesday’s deadline. A spokesperson for the Social Security Administration confirmed ...