01/05/2026
If you're working and collecting Social Security before full retirement age, there's a limit to how much you can earn without a pay cut.
✅ In 2026, that limit is $24,480 a year
Go over it, and the SSA will hold back $1 for every $2 you earn above the line.
They don’t take the money forever—it may come back once you hit full retirement age.
Still, plan ahead so you’re not surprised when your checks shrink.
Need help with SSDI, SSI, or a child disability claim? Call (919) 294-4171. For more info, visit our website: www.socialsecurity-nc.com
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