There's a huge difference in benefits for beneficiaries claiming as soon as possible versus those waiting a few years.

In 2026, the wage base limit is $184,500, up from $176,100 in 2025. To be eligible for the maximum benefit, you'll need to ...

A 2.8% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment will push up the maximum full retirement benefit in 2026. Plus, some ...

Social Security's earnings-test limits also tend to increase from year to year. And 2026 is no exception. Next year, the ...

In 2026, Social Security's earnings-test limit is rising from $23,400 to $24,480 for people who will be under full retirement ...

Spousal benefits can be up to half of what the primary earner would get at full retirement age, but the amount is reduced ...

The year 2026 will bring positive news for millions of retirees in the United States. It is the cost-of-living adjustment ...

When you work and collect Social Security benefits before your FRA, you are subject to the Retirement Earning Test that could ...

Social Security 2026 is getting a 2.8% boost. The maximum retirement benefit rises to $5,251 per month. The average retiree ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to ...