Fixing Social Security and Medicare: Where the Parties Stand

Fixing Social Security and Medicare: Where the Parties Stand

Republicans and Democrats have sharply divergent approaches to repairing the programs. Any solutions will affect younger workers as much as retirees.
Your Paycheck Next Year Will Be Affected by Inflation. Here’s How.

Your Paycheck Next Year Will Be Affected by Inflation. Here’s How.

If you get a raise, you may not end up in a higher tax bracket. But more of your income may be subject to Social Security taxes. And you’ll probably pay more for health care.
I’m Young. Should I Care About Social Security?

I’m Young. Should I Care About Social Security?

One reason: You pay for it. And, despite what many Americans believe, it’s “definitely a misconception” that it will run out before you retire, experts say.