
When Are You Eligible For Social Security? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · You qualify for Social Security by compiling credits when you pay Social Security taxes on your earnings. You can earn up to four credits per year. Workers qualify for Social …
How Social Security COLA May Increase 2026 Benefits - AARP
Oct 30, 2025 · “ Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for 75 million Americans will be adjusted per the 2026 COLA, beginning January 1, 2026, without any delay …
Can You Work and Still Collect Social Security? - AARP
Aug 12, 2025 · You can work and collect social security benefits, but the amount you receive will depend on whether you’ve reached your full retirement age.
A Guide To Applying For Social Security Benefits - AARP
Apr 11, 2025 · A quick and easy guide for how to apply for Social Security retirement, spousal and disability benefits as well as for Medicare.
Are Social Security Benefits Taxable? - AARP
Apr 16, 2025 · About half of Social Security recipients paid federal income taxes on their benefits in 2021, the most recent information available, according to an August 2024 Congressional …
How 2026 Social Security Changes Could Affect You - AARP
Nov 17, 2025 · The Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates that the average retirement benefit will rise by about $56 a month, from $2,015 to $2,071, starting with the payments going …
Social Security Customer Service - AARP
Aug 29, 2025 · Social Security offers most routine services online or by phone, including applying for benefits and filing appeals. Here’s what to know.
Social Security Married and Divorced Spousal Benefits - AARP
Apr 16, 2025 · Learn the rules of Social Security Spousal benefits and how to maximize your monthly payments based on your spouse's or ex-spouse’s earnings.
2025 Social Security COLA Benefit Increases by 2.5% - AARP
Oct 10, 2024 · Social Security beneficiaries will get a 2.5 percent increase in their monthly payments next year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced Oct. 10. The 2025 …
Are You Eligible for Social Security Benefits? - AARP
Apr 16, 2025 · Earning Social Security benefits depends on several factors including how long you worked, your age, and how you pay taxes. Find out if you are eligible.