Meet Carol, a 64-year-old retiree who has been carefully planning her financial future for years. Carol initially intended to delay claiming Social Security until she turned 70 to maximize her monthly ...

Social Security is tweaked each year to account for changes in areas such as life expectancy and cost of living.

In the dreamlike days between Christmas and the regular work week’s return in the new year, it’s easy to believe all things are possible. Indulge in as much pie as you like — a resolution to eat ...

Social Security payments are a key part of most retirement plans, but many people reduce their benefits by claiming too early ...

If he were to predecease you, you'd also be eligible for survivor benefits. Spouses and ex-spouses may get up to 100% of the deceased's benefit, depending on when they claim in relation to their Full ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is making important adjustments in 2025 that will impact retirees and people who ...

A half-dozen changes, concerning everything from Social Security checks to the payroll tax select workers will owe, are now in effect.