How to Maximize Social Security Benefits

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This Social Security Claiming Strategy Could Be the Best Way for Couples to Maximize Their Benefits

If you expect to claim spousal benefits, though, you won't be able to boost your payment by as much. Spousal benefits max out when you reach full retirement age, which will range between 66 and 67 for most readers depending on when you were born. Still, waiting to claim benefits until you reach that threshold could be worth it for some.

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Social Security COLA 2026 benefits will be announced soon – see how much boost to expect

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2026 Social Security COLA to be announced on this date, but will benefits increase?

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Government shutdown: How it’s affecting Social Security, payments, services

The shutdown began Oct. 1, halting government services including those offered by the Federal Trade Commission and Social Security.

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Government shutdown impacting Social Security: What to know about payments, help, more

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Social Security cost-of-living increase announcement delayed by government shutdown

7 big changes coming to Social Security in 2026 (including one that could shrink your check)

If you’re among the 74.5 million Americans receiving Social Security or claiming soon, 2026 brings a wave of changes that affect your retirement — including a new age rule. Here's what to know.

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3 Steps to Take to Collect the Max Monthly Social Security Check in Retirement

To qualify for the largest Social Security checks, you also have to pay the maximum amount of Social Security taxes during your 35 highest-earning years. Most people pay Social Security taxes on all their income, but that's not true for wealthy Americans.

When will seniors find out about the Social Security COLA for 2026?

The shutdown delayed the Consumer Price Index report used to determine the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.

2026 COLA Date Confirmed: Here’s How Much Social Security Checks Could Grow

With the COLA announcement date confirmed, Social Security recipients may expect bigger checks soon. Learn how much more you may receive from the adjustment.

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If Your Social Security Check Is Higher Than This, Expect an Above-Average 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA)

Cost-of-living adjustments, or COLAs, are available in most, but not all, years and are a vital part of the Social Security benefits program to help ensure seniors do not lose buying power. However, some seniors get a larger COLA than others do. Here's how you can tell if your cost-of-living adjustment is likely to be above average.