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Social Security letter on taxes sends confusing message, some experts say
The Social Security Administration says most won’t pay federal income taxes on their benefits. But Congress didn’t directly ...
Some Americans will see their Social Security checks drop by 50%
Some Americans will see their Social Security checks drop by 50% after the Social Security Administration announced in April ...
Social Security Trust Funds Are Expected to Run Out. Will Congress Step In Before They Do?
With Social Security trust funds estimated to run out in less than a decade, some Americans wonder if Congress will step in ...
Why your Social Security check for July might be smaller
Regular Social Security retirement benefits for the month of July will be sent out on the SSA’s usual schedule: Wednesday, ...
Social Security checks for some Americans to be reduced by 50%
Starting in July, the federal agency will start withholding 50% of a person’s check if they’ve received an overpayment of ...
Who Might Be Hurt by Social Security Privatization?
Unmanageable medical expenses is the No. 1 reason people file for bankruptcy in the U.S. Those who face serious health ...
Why Social Security Recipients May Get Smaller Payments Starting July 2025
Regular payments will continue on their standard schedule throughout July 2025. However, recipients who received overpayment ...
‘Today is my 61st birthday’: I have my ex-spouse’s Social Security benefits. Should I retire at 65 and travel?
If you can keep working while looking after your health, do it. You get 100% of your Social Security benefit at full ...