2026 Social Security payments will hit bank accounts this week — and they may be bigger

Here's when you can expect your first payment of the new year. Plus, everything you should know about 2026 changes.
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3 things to expect from your first Social Security check of 2026

Your first Social Security check of 2026 includes the COLA, new Medicare deductions, and shifted payment dates. Here's what ...

3 things every senior needs to know about Social Security in 2026

The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of all seniors whose provisional income -- adjusted gross income ...
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Ask Rusty: Do I need to sign up for an online Social Security account?

Dear Rusty: I recently I heard the tail end of a radio program that was discussing “signing up for my Social Security account.” I am now 76 years old and have been receiving my SSA monthly amount ...
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Social Security is going 'digital first' - but what about the seniors left behind?

Be careful when seeking help accessing your Social Security account, as the information is highly sensitive. Dee was trying to access his Social Security information online, but he kept hitting ...
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What happens to my Social Security benefits if I keep paying into the system for another decade – will they go up?

Your Social Security benefits are calculated based on your 35 highest-paid years of income. If you continue working, it could result in larger benefits. You can track your estimated benefits on ...