3 of Social Security's Most Important Numbers Were Recently Announced. Here's What They Are and What You Should Know About Them.

Tax aside, the wage base limit is also important to track for individuals looking to receive the maximum monthly Social ...
NBC New York

Social Security number leaked? Chances are, a criminal is already trying to use it

Data breaches that expose the personal information of millions of people can have very real consequences for individuals, most notably: identity theft. A new study found that the more of a person’s ...

It's getting harder to qualify for Social Security in 2026. Here's why.

It's not a given that you'll qualify for Social Security in retirement. A big rule change could pose a problem for some ...
Time

Millions of Americans’ Social Security Data Put at Risk by DOGE, a Whistleblower Says. Here’s What to Know

The seal of the Social Security Administration outside the agency's headquarters in Woodlawn, Maryland, on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. The seal of the Social Security Administration outside the agency's ...
The Motley Fool

Retirees Beware: Social Security Recipients Receiving Fraudulent, Threatening Emails

Scammers view retirees as a rich source of easy-to-access money. A recent scam involves crooks claiming to be the Social Security Administration. You can protect your private information by remaining ...

What today's inflation report says about the economy — and Social Security checks

Because of the shutdown, the federal government is belatedly releasing new Consumer Price Index numbers, which the Social Security Administration needs to adjust for next year's benefits.