If you receive more Social Security benefits than you are owed, you may face a 100% default withholding rate from your monthly checks once a new policy goes into effect.

Tax season usually brings a refund check for most workers, but if you're retired, you could wind up owing the IRS.

A policy change effective March 27 will boost the withholding rate on monthly benefit checks from 10% to 100% on efforts to recoup overpayments to recipients, the federal government says.

In a couple of days, certain eligible Social Security recipients will be getting as much as $2,000 from the benefit. Diario AS reports how, each month, the majority of Social Security recipients in the United States get their money on one of three Wednesdays. The payment is staggered by the recipient’s date of birth.

Retirees are being warned to keep their personal information updated with the Social Security Administration or risk losing access to their monthly benefits. More than 70 million Americans rely on Social Security payments each month.

Key Points The largest monthly Social Security check you can receive in 2025 is $5,108. Most seniors take home a lot less from Social Security. It’s important to know how benefits are calculated and how you can boost yours.

You may be aware that Social Security benefits grow over time thanks to annual cost-of-living adjustments. But are these yearly increases enough to keep up with inflation? It's a matter of debate. For perspective,

Navigating Social Security payments while living outside the U.S. can be complex. Understanding the process ensures you receive your funds on time, no matter where you are.

There are a few Social Security requirements that will ensure millions of retirees see their payments. One mistake can result in delays and suspensions