Don't unnecessarily delay or reduce your Social Security benefits because you don't know all the rules and requirements.

The last Social Security benefit of 2025 will be dispersed this week, and January's SSI check comes next week. Learn how the ...

For those approaching retirement, there are several steps to take before applying for Social Security benefits. Pre-retirees should be familiar with the benefit options available to them and ...

Thinking about claiming your Social Security benefits? You need to know your 'full retirement age,' which affects the ...

Divorced spouses can claim up to 50% of an ex's Social Security benefits. Learn more about the requirements for age, marriage duration, divorce period, and filing tips.

The overall award rate for Social Security disability benefits was at a near-record low of 31 percent in 2023.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. This article explains the many Social Security benefits ...

Spousal Social Security benefits can help fill holes in your post-retirement budget. Here's how to know if you qualify.

This week, some Social Security beneficiaries will receive their final payments of 2025. Here's a peak into the 2026 changes ...

All Social Security recipients can get one do-over in their lifetime. If you withdraw your application for benefits and repay ...

Find out the average Social Security benefit amount for 65-year-old Americans and how you can prioritize building your ...