Social Security

Justices lift a lower‑court block, granting the Department of Government Efficiency a peek at records that follow Americans from birth to death. The nation’s top court has opened the vault. In a 6‑3 decision, the Supreme Court on Friday reinstated the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) access to Social Security Administration (SSA) databases—an ocean of … Read more

Goodbye to waiting lines—Social Security checks now land in your account automaticallySkip the paper shuffle: millions of SSA and SSI beneficiaries can get paid faster and safer with direct deposit or the Direct Express® debit card. If you still race the mail carrier for a paper check, here is welcome news. The Social Security Administration (SSA) … Read more

Starting in July 2025, beneficiaries will be able to view their full SSN online through a fortified mySocialSecurity portal, eliminating the need to carry the fragile paper card. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed a landmark upgrade that lets account holders pull up their nine‑digit number on any secure device. The change promises to spare … Read more

Millions of retirees could see their monthly checks shrink as early as July, thanks to a revived rule targeting unpaid federal student loans. The change restarts a collection tool frozen during the pandemic and allows the government to intercept part of a benefit before it ever reaches the bank. For roughly 452,000 older borrowers, the Treasury … Read more

The SSA’s June calendar places the next round of retirement payments on June 18 or June 25, depending on birthdays and when benefits first started. Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 15, yet the Social Security Administration (SSA) never processes deposits on weekends or federal holidays. If your check usually lands mid‑month, you might have to wait a … Read more

More than 12.3 million records for Americans improbably listed at 120 years old—or older—have been wiped, closing a costly loophole for identity thieves. The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has finished an 11‑week sweep of the Social Security Administration’s files, striking names that should have been marked deceased decades ago. Officials say the move will cut down … Read more

Millions of retired public workers will soon see their full Social Security checks again, thanks to a new federal law signed just before the presidential transition. For years many teachers, firefighters, and other public servants watched part of their earned benefit vanish. Now relief is on the way—and it starts retroactively from January 2024. What the … Read more

Losing a loved one is hard enough—missing out on a modest but timely $255 payment from Social Security shouldn’t add to the stress. Here’s what survivors need to know, in plain English. The Social Security Administration (SSA) offers a one‑time “death payment” of $255 to certain relatives of a worker who paid into the system. … Read more

More than 7 million Americans rely on Supplemental Security Income—here’s what changes next year and whether you’re leaving money on the table. If your wallet feels lighter than it should, SSI may soon give it a boost. The federal program will raise its maximum monthly check to $967 for individuals and $1,450 for eligible married … Read more

Starting January 1, 2026, American workers will need to reach age 67 to claim the full Social Security retirement check—ending four decades of gradual increases and marking a permanent shift in how (and when) future retirees can cash in. For anyone eyeing their golden years, the new full retirement age (FRA) means planning just got real. Beneficiaries born in … Read more

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has just three Retirement, Survivors and Disability Insurance (RSDI) checks left to send this June, and each one follows strict birth‑date and filing rules that millions of recipients need to watch. Missing the window could mean waiting until July. The last rounds of Wednesdays began on June 11 and only … Read more

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has launched stricter 2025 compliance checks that could temporarily cut payments for retirees, disabled workers, and surviving family members who miss paperwork or fail to update personal data. Millions rely on those monthly deposits—so knowing the new rules is critical. What the 2025 Social Security oversight expansion really asks of … Read more

If you are at least 62 years old and receiving Social Security, June could bring you as much as $2,831. This amount varies for each beneficiary, based on your lifetime earnings and the age at which you filed for retirement. Curious about how it all comes together? In general, checks for those who start collecting … Read more

Confirmed: the SSA is changing the payment system, and here is the new way you will receive your monthly check Millions of Social Security affiliates will soon transition from physical checks to electronic payments. This shift aims to streamline the process, enhance security, and ensure that everyone receives their funds quickly and safely. So, who … Read more

Retirees who rely on their monthly benefit could soon see a decrease of up to 15%. This unexpected reduction may catch many older Americans off guard, especially those juggling student loan debts. For decades, Social Security has served as a critical financial lifeline for retirees. According to recent data, up to 90% of retirees depend … Read more

Cost‑of‑living bump, earnings‑limit hike, and Medicare premium change start in 2025, prompting seniors to recalculate monthly cash flow. The Social Security landscape is shifting again. Beginning in January 2025, retirees will see a larger check, face a higher earnings cap if they still work, and pay steeper Medicare premiums. Here’s what matters most—and what to … Read more