3 Social Security changes affecting workers in 2026

Many people won't notice any major changes compared to last year. But there are three groups of workers who will feel the ...
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Here's the Average Social Security Retired-Worker Benefit for 2026 (and Why You'll Likely Be Disappointed)

Up to 90% of retired workers rely on their Social Security income to cover at least some portion of their expenses. Social Security's 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is doing something that hasn ...
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Social Security: Is there a third way out?

When the federal government starts coming apart at its fiscal seams, Social Security will be the first thing to unravel. It is among the country’s largest financial challenges at over $50 trillion in ...
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Statistically, This Is the Worst Age to Claim Social Security Benefits if You Want to Maximize Your Lifetime Income

Between 80% and 90% of retired workers require their monthly Social Security check to make ends meet. The Social Security Administration uses four inputs to calculate your monthly retired-worker ...