Is it possible to retire comfortably on Social Security alone? We asked seniors.
USA TODAY reached out to retirees across the country who are living mostly on Social Security, to ask how they were doing.
Planning for retirement: Here's how I expect to spend my Social Security checks
The idea of depending entirely on Social Security doesn't sit well with me. That's why I'm taking control now by building ...
What is the lump sum method for Social Security and how you can get it?
The lump sum method for Social Security offers a way for eligible individuals to receive retroactive benefits in a single payment. This option is typically available to those who h ...
For Seattle-area residents, Social Security isn’t just a retirement income
When Sharon Callahan, 76, retired a decade ago, her finances were solid. The former professor at Seattle University had a 401 ...
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Social Security tackles overpayment ‘injustices,’ but problems remain
In March, newly installed Social Security chief Martin O’Malley criticized agency “injustices” that “shock our shared sense of equity and good conscience as Americans.” ...
If I Could Tell All Retirees 1 Thing About Social Security in 2025, I'd Say to Do This Before You Claim Benefits
Is retirement on your radar? Maybe you're even planning to permanently leave the world of work in the coming year. If so, ...
Rules are rules: How other government benefits interact with Social Security
A: There is no Social Security law that prevents you from getting unemployment benefits and Social Security benefits at the ...
Why Retirees' Average Take-Home Social Security Increase in 2025 Will Be 20% Lower Than They Might Expect
Less than six weeks remain before retirees will get a raise. Last month, the Social Security Administration announced that ...
Let's Get Real About Social Security and Immigration
Social Security's immigration problem has been worsening for the last quarter of a century. For a majority of retirees, ...
The myths that hide why Social Security is unsustainable
To test your understanding of Social Security, here is a short quiz: 1. How much money is in the Social Security trust fund?
Social Security 2025: There's Good and Bad News Coming for High-Earning Workers
The Social Security Administration recently announced the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025, and beneficiaries can ...
Social Security update: Final round of November payments worth $4,873 goes out in four days
The final round of November’s Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for the highest-income earners who retire at age ...