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Social Security Death Benefit & Survivor Benefits: What You Need to Know

Social Security Survivor Benefits & Death Benefit: Who Qualifies in 2025?

October 5, 2025
Spousal Benefits Survivor Benefits Death Benefit SSA Benefits Widowed Spouses
Graph showing potential rise in social security retirement age to address funding crisis

Social Security Retirement Age May Rise to Address Funding Crisis

September 23, 2025
Legislation and Reforms Social Security Trust Fund Delayed Retirement Full Retirement Age Funding Crisis
Illustration showing stable social security payments during rate changes

Will Social Security Payments Stay Stable During Rate Changes?

September 20, 2025
Social Security Benefits Social Security Payment Delayed Retirement SSA Benefits
Graph showing public workers receiving 14 billion dollars in social security payouts

Public Workers Collect $14 Billion Social Security Payout

September 13, 2025
Retirement Benefits Social Security Benefits Fairness Act SSA Benefits
representing DOGE cryptocurrency allegedly copying entire social security database

DOGE Allegedly Copied Entire Social Security Database

September 8, 2025
Disability Benefits Social Security Account Fraud Identity Social Security Administration
Portrait of the newly appointed Chief Security Officer at Social Security

Social Security Names New Chief Security Officer

September 6, 2025
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People considering Social Security claiming ages 62, 67, and 70 with question marks showing the decision-making process

Should You Take Social Security at 62, 67, or 70?

August 31, 2025
Early Retirement Social Security Benefits 62 vs 67 Full Retirement Age Retirement Planning
Step-by-step guide showing how to replace a lost or stolen Social Security card online through the official SSA website

How to Replace Your Social Security Card: The Complete 2025 Guide

August 22, 2025
Application Process Social Security Account card replacement Identity online replacement
Social Security COLA 2026 update showing 2.7 percent increase expected in October

COLA 2026 Update: 2.7% Social Security Increase Expected in October

August 21, 2025
Cost-of-Living Adjustments (COLA) Social Security Benefits COLA SSA Benefits
Social Security trust fund depletion and $460 monthly cut for retirees in 2033

Social Security Trust Fund Depletion: $460 Monthly Cut Coming for Retirees in 2033

August 12, 2025
Benefits Amounts Social Security Trust Fund SSA Benefits Trust Fund
Social Security Disability new conditions fast-tracked for approval

Social Security Disability: 13 New Conditions Fast-Tracked

August 11, 2025
Disability Benefits Social Security Account Compassionate Allowances Disability SSA Benefits
Social Security paper checks ending in September 2025 affecting 500,000 Americans

Social Security Paper Checks End September 2025 for 500,000 Americans

August 4, 2025
Social Security Account Social Security Administration Direct Deposit Fraud
Social Security benefits statement showing average monthly payment of $2,000

Social Security Benefits Now Average $2,000 Monthly – How to Get More

August 3, 2025
Benefits Amounts Benefits Calculation Delayed Retirement SSA Benefits
Social Security phone changes update for 2025 with important information

Social Security Phone Changes: What You Need to Know Now

August 2, 2025
Social Security Account Social Security Office Fraud Identity Social Security Administration
People visiting social security office due to policy changes

Social Security Policy Changes Force Millions to Visit Offices

July 31, 2025
Disability Benefits Social Security Office Social Security Administration Trump
Smart couples coordinating their social security claims for maximum benefits

Why Smart Couples Coordinate Their Social Security Claims

July 30, 2025
Benefits Calculation Retirement Benefits Spouse Benefits Survivor
Illustration representing hidden social security rules that can increase your benefits

3 Hidden Social Security Rules That Could Add Thousands to Your Benefits

July 24, 2025
Benefits Calculation Retirement Benefits Spouse Benefits SSA Benefits
Guide on how to claim social security benefits after an ex-spouse dies

How to Claim Social Security Benefits After an Ex-Spouse Dies

July 23, 2025
Eligibility Requirements Social Security Account Spouse Benefits Survivor
Social Security COLA announcement scheduled for October 15

Social Security COLA Announcement Coming October 15

July 21, 2025
Benefits Amounts Social Security Administration COLA SSA Benefits
Illustration highlighting social security mistakes that could reduce retirement income

Social Security Mistakes Could Cost You Thousands in Retirement Income

July 8, 2025
Benefits Calculation Retirement Benefits Delayed Retirement Spouse Benefits SSA Benefits
Graph showing new tax changes affecting social security benefits for seniors

New Tax Changes Reshape Social Security Benefits for Seniors

July 7, 2025
Social Security Benefits Taxation of Benefits SSA Benefits Tax Deduction
Illustration of social security benefits with legal documents representing creditor garnishment

Social Security Benefits: When Creditors Can Legally Garnish Them

May 27, 2025
Eligibility Requirements Retirement Benefits Benefit Garnishment SSA Benefits
Screenshot of creating a social security account online through Login.gov

Create Your Social Security Account Online Through Login.gov

May 22, 2025
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Illustration explaining the Social Security Fairness Act and the repeal of WEP and GPO provisions

Social Security Fairness Act: WEP and GPO Repeal Explained

February 4, 2025
Legislation and Reforms Social Security Benefits Delayed Retirement Fairness Act
Social Security program easing food assistance barriers for SSI recipients

Social Security Removes Food Assistance Barriers for SSI Recipients

February 3, 2025
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Social Security break-even calculator helping users maximize their benefits

Social Security Break-Even Calculator: Maximize Your Benefits

February 2, 2025
Benefits Calculation Retirement Benefits Break-Even Calculator Delayed Retirement
Social Security changes under Trump administration important for seniors

Social Security Under Trump: Key Changes Seniors Should Know

February 1, 2025
Legislation and Reforms Retirement Benefits Delayed Retirement SSA Benefits Trump
Illustration showing social security and credit report with a lock symbol indicating restricted access

Social Security Cannot Access Your Credit Report – Here’s Why

January 31, 2025
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