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

When you file for Social Security, your spouse becomes eligible for payments known as spousal benefits. However, they won’t ...

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There are three ways to apply for Social Security: Online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213 or in person. Applying online is the fastest and easiest method. Timing your benefits can significantly ...

Social Security benefits form the core of income for many retirees. The trust fund may be depleted by 2033, reducing future benefits. Social Security benefits have lost 20% of their buying power since ...

SSI payments arrive on Dec. 1 and Dec. 31 because of a Social Security calendar rule. Also, another round of disability ...

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

One of those money management tasks has to do with your Social Security benefits. It's a task that current workers actually ...

The benefits provide important economic support for older people who cannot work. The White House recently halted changes to ...

You may think you've done all you can to maximize your Social Security benefits. You worked hard for decades. You increased your income over your career. Now you're staring at the application screen ...