The highest Social Security benefit comes down to earnings history and when you claim.

Social Security is changing in 2026, and those updates could affect your monthly check in several ways. New rules may change how much you receive, when payments arrive, and how deductions or earnings ...

All Social Security beneficiaries will get 2.8% more in 2026. Medicare Part B premiums will take a greater bite out of your benefits next year. Most Social Security beneficiaries will get paid on the ...