The U.S. government could shut down on Wednesday if Congress fails to approve funding for federal agencies. Here's how that ...

Social Security does get funding from the government but isn't impacted the same way as other federal services during a shutdown.

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

The expected rule change from the Social Security Administration would cut eligibility for disability benefits, particularly ...

The Social Security Administration's yearly distribution schedules for 2025 and 2026 are available online so that you can use ...

Oct. 8 - Retirement, spousal, and survivor benefits will be paid to those born between the first and 10th of any month. Oct.

If you're on benefits or expect to claim soon, it's only natural to feel a little anxious when you hear that yet more Social ...

Social Security checks are going paperless starting Tuesday, Sept. 30. Here's why it's happening and how to go from paper to digital.

The Trump administration has threatened to fire federal workers rather than simply furlough them if the government shuts down ...

Most US citizens can receive Social Security payments abroad, but there are two countries where the money will not be sent.

Discover what total permanent disability (TPD) means, implications for insurance, and qualification criteria. Learn about the impact on student loans and income activities.

While the SSA hasn’t publicly confirmed how many beneficiaries are affected, records obtained via a Freedom of Information ...