What is the Windfall Provision for Social Security? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) was a formula that could reduce the size of your Social Security retirement or disability benefit if you also received a pension from a job …
Social Security Sets 2026 COLA Increase at 2.8% - AARP
Oct 24, 2025 · The Social Security Administration set its latest COLA increase. Learn how the cost-of-living increase could boost your 2026 Social Security payments.
Biggest Social Security Changes for 2025 - AARP
Aug 18, 2025 · Under the WEP, enacted in 1983, people who collected a non-covered pension and also Social Security retirement benefits (based on having other jobs where they did pay …
¿Qué es la Eliminación de Ventaja Imprevista (WEP)? - AARP
La WEP es una fórmula que reduciría tus beneficios si recibes pensión de un trabajo en el que no pagaste impuestos del Seguro Social. Así funciona.
Does Military Retirement Pay Affect Social Security Benefits? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · The WEP, which Congress enacted in 1983 and repealed in late 2024, could reduce Social Security benefits for people who have pensions from “noncovered” jobs in which …
Social Security When A Spouse Dies - A Guide To Survivor Benefits …
Mar 31, 2025 · When a Social Security beneficiary dies, his or her spouse may be able to collect survivor benefits. Learn whether you qualify and how to apply.
Social Security Calculator: Estimate Your Benefits - AARP
Nov 21, 2024 · This calculator estimates your monthly Social Security retirement benefits based on your earnings history and the age when you start to claim benefits.
How Often Does Social Security Recalculate Your Benefits? - AARP
Oct 10, 2018 · The SSA regularly recalculates your benefits each year based on recent work records and earnings. Learn more about how the SSA recalculates your benefits.
Can You Collect Social Security and a Pension at the Same Time?
Oct 10, 2018 · Nothing precludes you from getting both a pension and Social Security payment, and a recent federal law ensures the pension won’t change your benefit.
Can You Suspend Social Security and Restart Benefits Later? - AARP
Apr 4, 2025 · You can ask Social Security for a suspension of retirement benefits if you are past full retirement age but still under 70.