Keep in mind that the Social Security Administration also pays benefits in the month after they're due. For example, if you turn 62 on March 21, 2025, you won't be eligible for benefits until April 2025, and you'll get your first check in May 2025.

The bill repeals two regulations which reduces benefits for many Social Security beneficiaries who earned a pension from work.

The U.S. Senate recently voted to proceed with the Social Security Fairness Act, a bipartisan bill that could expand Social Security benefits for nearly 3 million Americans. The bill passed in the House of Representatives in November and is now on its way to President Biden's desk.

If you wait to claim spousal benefits until your full retirement age, you can receive up to half the amount of your spouse's benefit.

A divorced spouse may be entitled to receive up to half of your Social Security retirement or disability benefits, but certain requirements must be met for this to apply. The Socia

Nearly 3 million people could receive a boost in Social Security payments under legislation that's set for a final vote in the Senate.

As we step into 2025, you may be setting financial goals for the year and putting together your to-do list. While you're at it, you should also keep tabs on the Social Security changes coming this year.