Jan 13, 2026 · Key takeaways You may pay taxes on Social Security benefits if your income is too high. The IRS decides if you owe taxes. About half have owed some. You can have tax payments withheld …

Oct 10, 2018 · The Social Security Administration will automatically deduct the Medicare premium from your monthly benefit if you are enrolled in Medicare Part B.

Feb 27, 2025 · 7 Things That Can Lower Your Monthly Social Security Payments Medicare premiums, earnings from work and other factors can reduce what you collect

Oct 10, 2018 · The quickest and easiest is to use AARP’s Social Security Benefits Calculator or check your online My Social Security account. The latter draws on your earnings record on file with the …

If a Social Security check is sent to a closed bank account, contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) immediately to update your direct deposit information.

Oct 10, 2018 · Who is eligible for the maximum benefit? People whose earnings equaled or exceeded Social Security’s maximum taxable income — the amount of your earnings on which you pay Social …

If your January Social Security check lacks the expected COLA increase, first verify no recent changes to your address or banking info. Check for any official Social Security notices regarding benefits.

Jan 12, 2026 · The basics of social security retirement benefits, including how benefits work, how payments are calculated and awarded, and what you need to apply.

Jan 23, 2026 · Here’s what you can do: Tell Congress to strengthen Social Security customer service. Find out how AARP is fighting to keep Social Security strong. Learn more about what it’s like in …

Feb 3, 2026 · What’s included in my statement? If you haven’t yet claimed Social Security, the first page of your statement prominently features a bar chart showing your projected monthly retirement …