Social Security
News, insights and expert analysis on social security from the team at Kiplinger.
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Can I Stop Social Security and Restart it Later? Ditch the Regret
Get a Social Security do-over. Learn how to stop and restart Social Security.
By Jacob Wolinsky Last updated
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What Is the May Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your May Social Security benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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The Average Monthly Social Security Check: April 2025
The average monthly Social Security check amount might surprise you. Here's a look at the numbers and why they matter.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Social Security Sees 'Dramatic Increase' in New Filers: Should You Claim Early?
With concerns about funding shortfalls and DOGE disruption, more Americans than usual are filing to collect Social Security benefits, and at younger ages.
By Donna Fuscaldo Last updated
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How the Social Security Administration Is Coping with Rapid Change
There has been a fair amount of change at the SSA since Trump took office. Here's a look at what's new this year and how it will impact the agency going forward.
By Donna LeValley Published
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What's Wrong With Trump's Pledge to End Taxes on Social Security Benefits
Social Security Eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits could impact your finances. Here's what you need to know.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Last updated
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When Will I Receive My 2025 Social Security Checks?
Find out when you can expect your 2025 Social Security payments and the date you get paid when your scheduled day falls on a holiday.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Thirteen local Social Security offices will temporarily stop all in-person service and will only be available by telephone. .
A departure from closing locations, 13 local Social Security offices will temporarily stop all in-person service and will only be available by telephone.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Social Security Reverses Plan to Withhold 100% of Benefits to Recoup Overpayments
As of April 25, the SSA will no longer require beneficiaries who have been accidentally overpaid to have 100% of their monthly benefit check withheld until the balance is paid, reversing an earlier decision.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated