The failure to reach a budget agreement will shut down much of the federal government on Wednesday, but that won’t stop the ...

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The AARP survey found widespread confusion among Gen Xers about the implications of a trust fund shortfall. More than 40 ...

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Both Social Security and Medicare have their own income streams, separate from the federal government's general fund. This ...

A partial government shutdown began on Oct. 1, and Oregonians who receive Social Security benefits may wonder if their checks ...

Up to 85% of your Social Security benefits may be taxed, but a new "senior deduction" can cut taxes—unless your income is too ...

The timing of the first weekend in November requires the SSA to distribute two payments in October. The month's first ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to claim Social Security.

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Social Security typically pays benefits on Wednesdays, with the first wave of payments going out on the second Wednesday of ...

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