Q: My husband died several months ago. I'm 64. I'm getting my own retirement benefits, and he was getting his own benefits. His Social Security check was more than mine, so I think I am due widow's ...

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If you're aiming to file for Social Security in 2026, now is the time to get your retirement plan in shape. The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is set at 2.8%, earnings test limits are rising, ...