Social Security
News, insights and expert analysis on social security from the team at Kiplinger.
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DOGE Compromised Social Security Data, Says Whistleblower
The whistleblower accused the DOGE officials of copying over 300 million Social Security numbers.
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Will You Get a ‘Surprise’ Tax Bill on Your Social Security Benefits in Retirement?
Retirement Taxes Social Security benefit payments might land you in hot water when filing 2025 taxes — here are three reasons why.
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Need to Call Social Security? Be Ready to Hold
Staff cuts and redeployments may translate into long wait times. Can tech help?
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The Cheapest Places To Retire in the US
When you're trying to balance a fixed income with an enjoyable retirement, cost of living is a crucial factor to consider. Is your state the best?
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Gen X? Challenges Lie Ahead as Retirement Nears
Tapping home equity and working longer are key strategies that can help overcome a savings shortfall.
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Should You Claim Social Security Early or Late? A Financial Adviser Weighs In
There isn't a wrong age to start claiming Social Security, but there are factors that everyone should consider to avoid leaving money on the table.
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Social Security 2025: The Outdated Tax Rules Costing Retirees Money
Retirement Taxes Could the Social Security 90th anniversary be a good time to revisit old tax thresholds?
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Eight Strategies for Deciding When to File For Social Security
Applying at age 70 maximizes your monthly payout, but claiming early could provide advantages that can’t be quantified on a spreadsheet.
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Suze Orman's Number One Retirement Mistake
Interview Find out what Suze Orman thinks costs people thousands of dollars in retirement.
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