Analysis of the 2.8% COLA, 2026 Medicare premiums, and IRMAA cliffs. Plus, a year-end checklist to maximize your benefits and minimize taxes.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the year draws to a close, experts say Social Security recipients may benefit from reviewing several key items before Dec. 31 to help avoid payment issues, tax surprises or ...

Before the year ends, take these 5 simple steps with your Social Security account to prevent payment delays, tax surprises, and other issues in 2026.

Wondering whether you'll need to pay taxes on your Social Security benefits is a very common concern for many seniors and ...

The second wave of Social Security payments for the month of December is coming this week. Here's what recipients need to know.

Friday, December 12 is the deadline for public comments on a policy the Trump Administration secretly adopted in May, giving ...

Former data chief Charles Borges said reporting risk at Social Security was more stressful than combat Navy veteran Chuck Borges is running for the Maryland State Senate after having been a ...

Learn how much the average person receives in Social Security at age 65 and explore strategies to maximize benefits and ...

The IRS issued guidance for workers eligible to claim the temporary deductions for tip and overtime compensation for tax year 2025 and is updating some income tax forms and instructions to help ...

Dress “with respect.” Help elderly people lift their bags. Keep your kids under control. Say please and thank you, especially to flight attendants. These are some of the things the Department of ...

Defense technology and national security companies and contractors are trying to ramp up production after a record-setting government shutdown that lasted over 40 days and limited funding mechanisms.

Peter Gratton, Ph.D., is a New Orleans-based editor and professor with over 20 years of experience in investing, risk management, and public policy. Peter began covering markets at Multex (Reuters) ...