Jan 2, 2025 · You can get Social Security retirement benefits and work at the same time. However, if you are younger than full retirement age and make more than the yearly earnings limit, we will …

2 days ago · A change to Social Security's work rules affects some retirees In 2026, there's a change coming to the rules for working while collecting benefits that applies to some retirees who get a …

Aug 29, 2022 · It helps to know first exactly how much you can earn before it affects your Social Security benefit. Then you'll want to consider other factors, like the long-term impact of decreasing your …

Jul 29, 2025 · Social Security earnings limits for 2025 Before you reach full retirement age (FRA), the Social Security Administration has an earnings test that determines how much money you can make …

Nov 24, 2025 · Learn how working impacts Social Security benefits. Understand the earning limits, potential reductions, and strategies to maximize your benefits before reaching full retirement age.

Aug 23, 2025 · Social Security benefits provide a financial safety net, replacing a portion of income lost due to retirement, disability, or the death of a family breadwinner. While receiving these benefits, …

Aug 12, 2025 · Maybe not. If you apply for Social Security before reaching full retirement age and continue working or file and then go back to work, you could temporarily lose some of your monthly …

Jun 21, 2025 · You can work and earn as much money as possible, and it won't affect your Social Security payments whatsoever.

3 days ago · Nevertheless, losing some of your benefits for a few years could still impact your retirement plan and budget, so make sure you account for this earnings test before you retire, claim benefits or …

People under full retirement age can earn up to $23,400 in 2025 and $24,480 in 2026 while on Social Security without penalty. No cap after full retirement age.