The first round of May’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to retirees in 13 days. Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month,

Those that receive Social Security benefits in addition to Supplemental Security Income will get three payments in May. Here's why.

Social Security payments for May will be sent later than usual, and those who receive SSI will get two payments. Here's why.