Financial advisor says timing and your complete financial picture matter most when deciding to claim retirement benefits ...

Here's which states are taxing Social Security, and how they might do it.

Are you counting on Social Security as an important source of income in retirement? You're not alone. Nine out of 10 Americans age 65 and older are currently receiving some form o ...

The Social Security Fairness Act provided more than 2.8 million beneficiaries with higher payments. Here's what to know about reporting that income to the IRS.

Social Security benefits remain taxable on federal income tax returns. But many older adults can save money with new enhanced deduction for seniors.

Here's when Social Security and SSI checks arrive for February, how much benefits have risen and what new tax and repayment rules mean in 2026.

Most people think Social Security is straightforward. You work, you retire, you get a check. Simple, right? Not quite.

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. Here's what to know about the upcoming Social Security payments. The ...

Change your mind about receiving Social Security? There's a window of time during which you can withdraw your claim.

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their January benefits this week. There will also be another SSI check distributed at the end of the ...