I can tell it’s time for me to once again explain to people that SSI and Social Security are two entirely different programs. Every single day, I get emails from readers who say something like this: ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may be surprised to find two payments arriving in October. Don’t worry — this isn’t an error. It’s a ...

Yes, Social Security benefits are taxable. IRS rules say that many who receive Social Security benefits will have to pay an ...

SSI is a federal welfare program that really has nothing to do with Social Security, other than the fact that it is managed by the Social Security Administration. Juanmonino / Getty Images I can tell ...

Social Security beneficiaries receiving payments in 2026 can expect about $56 more every month, a new tax deduction that will lower seniors' taxes, and modernization updates to the agency.

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may be surprised to find two payments arriving in October. Don’t worry — this isn’t an error. It’s a ...

Those who get Supplemental Security Income checks will get two checks during the calendar month of December. December SSI payments are scheduled to go out on Monday, Dec. 1, according to the Social ...

Workers contributing to Social Security will also see changes to payroll tax limits. In 2026, the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security taxes will increase from $176,100 to $184,500, ...