Social Security scams are certainly not new, so receiving an unexpected email about your account can seem suspicious. Contributing to the concern is the seemingly never-ending changes impacting the ...

As the year draws to a close, experts say Social Security recipients may benefit from reviewing several key items before Dec. 31 to help avoid payment issues, tax surprises or reporting problems in ...

Earlier this year, the Social Security Administration announced it found a way to save $11 million annually: by mailing fewer Social Security statements. It will now mail paper benefit statements only ...

A my Social Security account allows you to view your contributions to the Social Security program. You can also get a personalized estimate of your future Social Security payments in retirement.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced its efforts to transform customer service for beneficiaries and will allow them to access the program's online portal around the clock. SSA ...

The SSA is cutting in-person visits by 50% and forcing seniors online, but millions lack the digital access or credit history ...

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More than seven million beneficiaries are to receive a payment from the Social Security Administration today, the opening day ...

Nevertheless, surveys recently conducted by T. Rowe Price and Nationwide Retirement Institute suggest three Social Security ...

Social Security retirees must ensure that they have registered online for a my Social Security account by Nov. 19. Those who have already created this account in past years should log in to confirm ...

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