If you receive more money than expected from your Social Security payment, don't assume it's a gift from the Social Security Administration. More than likely, you received an overpayment because of ...

Social Security began clawing back overpayments at a higher rate in July, and beneficiaries who have been overpaid will see a lot more money coming out of their monthly checks to cover the ...

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 ...

The SSA is withholding up to 50% of benefits to recover overpayments. Learn why this is happening, what your rights are, and ...

Sudden Social Security changes can take you by surprise and affect your check for the rest of your life. Learn about WEP, GPO ...

Extra Social Security benefits unexpectedly showing up in your bank account might seem like a good thing. But unless you're very sure you were supposed to get that money, it's probably best not to ...

When you are told you overpaid Social Security benefits, you have an obligation to pay back the money. This can be really frustrating, especially if you didn't recall receiving any money in the first ...

Earlier this year, the Social Security overpayment recovery rate rose to 50%. You can request a lower rate if 50% is too much for you. You can also request that the Social Security Administration ...

Social Security is a safety net for many, but it can also be misused — and when that happens, the Social Security Administration can require you to repay benefits. But what happens if you never ...

This week, some Social Security beneficiaries will receive their final payments of 2025. Here's a peak into the 2026 changes ...

For most retirees, Social Security benefits are an essential income source. In fact, Nationwide’s research revealed that over ...

The last Social Security benefit of 2025 will be dispersed this week, and January's SSI check comes next week. Learn how the holidays will impact payment schedules.