You can therefore see the potential benefit of extending your career in some cases. If you've worked fewer than 35 years, ...

Claiming before your FRA will result in permanent benefit reductions. So if you file at age 66 thinking it's your FRA, you ...

The Social Security Administration typically follows a schedule for when it mails out its checks. Here's when to expect your ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.

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

The third and final wave of Social Security payments for the month of December is coming this week, Dec. 24. See what will ...

Learn how working impacts Social Security benefits. Understand the earning limits, potential reductions, and strategies to ...

Sudden Social Security changes can take you by surprise and affect your check for the rest of your life. Learn about WEP, GPO ...

The widow's penalty can reduce your Social Security income after a spouse dies. Learn how this works, why it happens, and ...

While most creditors can't touch your Social Security checks, some debts can still reduce your monthly benefit.

Social Security checks are set to rise in 2026 with a 2.8% COLA increase. Retirees can expect an average monthly payment of ...

The Social Security Administration estimates the typical monthly payment for retired workers will rise to $2,071 in January thanks to the cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA.