Social Security doesn’t just pay retirement benefits. The problem also pays benefits to widows and even children. It’s important to know how the program’s survivor benefits work if you’re eligible.

Social Security beneficiaries will get a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) next year. Cost-of-living adjustments help ensure that benefits keep pace with inflation. Individuals who are receiving ...

Congress is currently considering two Social Security bills that could expand survivor benefits and boost monthly checks.

As the SSA begins its benefits-payment schedule for 2026, we bring you the lowdown on what to expect in January.

When a loved one passes away, the financial implications can be overwhelming. Fortunately, the Social Security Administration offers survivor benefits to help ease this burden. In most cases, the ...

When you think of Social Security, retirement might be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it also provides benefits to families of deceased workers. If someone who paid Social Security taxes ...

More than seven million Americans are to due to receive a payment on New Year’s Eve, as the SSA begins issuing benefits for ...

Social Security survivor benefits can be a lifeline when your spouse passes away. You may be entitled to survivor benefits as a divorcee. If your marriage didn’t last 10 years, you generally won’t ...