Getting the most out of Social Security is anything but simple. As you near retirement, the decisions you make could have a significant impact on the amount of money you receive, and some of these choices are irrevocable. You’ll need to move carefully to maximize your income stream. Start with our beginner's guide to maximizing your Social Security benefits, then work your way through our other Social Security features, guides and news stories.
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Presidents and Social Security: How Presidents Have Impacted America's First Social Insurance Policy
Since its inception in 1935, Social Security has expanded its mission and reach. Here is how each president from Roosevelt to Trump has impacted Social Security.
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Are You Making These Four Costly Social Security Mistakes?
Many people don't know their full retirement age, aren’t sure at what age they are or were eligible for full retirement benefits, or take benefits too early.
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How to Guard Against the New Generation of Fraud and Identity Theft
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What Is the August Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your August Social Security benefit arrives depends on the day of the month you were born.
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Higher Social Security Payments? The CPI-E Could Make it Happen
Some lawmakers have called for it to be used to determine COLA for Social Security payments, but would it make much of a difference?
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How to Maximize Your Social Security Now That the One Big Beautiful Bill Is Law
When applying for your Social Security benefits, consider the new enhanced deduction for people age 65 and older, as well as your health, family situation and other financial issues.
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The 10 Places Where Social Security Covers the Most (and Least) Of Your Expenses
On average, Social Security covers 30.11% of retirees’ spending. Fortunately, there are places where those dollars will stretch further and cover more of your spending.
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Social Security Tax Limit for 2025: What the Higher Cap Means for Your Paycheck
Social Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks this year.
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Social Security Administration Reverses Plan on Paper Checks: What Beneficiaries Should Know
The Social Security Administration has backed off from plans to eliminate paper checks. However, it will only send checks in the mail as a matter of last resort.
