Retirees who thought their Social Security checks were predictable are discovering a new kind of risk: surprise letters demanding repayment of thousands of dollars the government says it never should ...

Some debts can be deducted directly from your Social Security check, including taxes, child support, and student loans.

Social Security provides a crucial income stream for millions of retirees, but even small errors can put your payments at risk. Understanding the rules can help you avoid money mistakes that may lead ...

The agency made close to $72 billion thanks to improper payments in 2024 alone. In addition to the rising costs of life’s necessities, more families are starting to feel the heat of being forced to ...

When a survivor benefit suddenly shrinks because the Social Security Administration says it paid you too much, the letter can feel less like a notice and more like an accusation. The agency's rules ...

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. Stream Los Angeles News for ...

Adam Noble calls EMS “the heart of the public service.” He told Action 9 attorney Jason Stoogenke he was part of that “heart,” working in New York on 9/11. Like many, he says he felt fine at first, ...

Here's when you can expect your first payment of the new year. Plus, everything you should know about 2026 changes.

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. The change announced last week ...