Nearly six million seniors owe extra Medicare premiums called Irmaa, and these charges are set to rise.

Turning 65 brings more than birthday wishes and retirement dreams. It ushers in the complex world of Medicare enrollment, ...

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If you are turning 65 in 2026, you have a critical seven-month window to sign up for Medicare — and missing it can be an expensive mistake. While some people are enrolled automatically, millions of ...

Remember to always have Part B in place when leaving your job or losing company benefits. There might not be a second chance.

Discover the Ticket to Work Program, a free initiative helping disability beneficiaries work without losing crucial benefits ...

One important thing to know about Medicare IRMAAs is that they're based on your income from two years prior. This means your ...

With the arrival of the new year, Social Security payments will get a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). An increase of 2.8%, which averages out to $56 per month, kicks in on January payments to those ...

The advocacy group for people over age 50 explains key shifts coming next year for Americans in retirement. Social Security payments rise 2.8% in January 2026, with a typical monthly check increasing ...

Social Security benefits will rise 2.8% in 2026, but Medicare Part B premiums will jump from $185 to $202.90 monthly. The typical Social Security benefit increase of $56 per month drops to about $38 ...

Congress proposes 2029–2030 opt-in windows letting clergy rejoin Social Security. Clergy must meet 10 years of Social Security credits for full retirement benefits. Bipartisan bill won committee ...