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How to get the most out of Social Security in 2026: $5,251

Learn how the 2026 Social Security increase could affect your monthly check and what steps help you qualify for the highest ...

Here's Social Security's Maximum Monthly Benefit in 2026 -- and What You Need to Do to Snag It

In 2026, Social Security's maximum monthly benefit at full retirement age is $4,152. However, seniors aren't required to ...

Social Security COLA hike coming in 2026. Don’t expect it to feel like a raise

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

How Widows Can Maximize Social Security Using This Little-Known Rule

We'll walk you through how surviving spouses might navigate different benefit types from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and use strategic timing to try to optimize what you receive. When ...

It's Official! Your 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Includes a "Trump Bump" -- Here's How Much Extra You'll Receive

President Donald Trump's tariff and trade policy is directly affecting Social Security raises in the new year.