Spousal Social Security benefits can be complex, but understanding them can help maximize your retirement income.

Spousal benefits are available to current spouses and some ex-spouses of qualifying workers. Claiming early can reduce your spousal benefit by up to 35%. You'll only get a spousal benefit if it's ...

Social Security survivors benefits can be an important source of financial stability after your partner passes away.

The average benefit has reached a historic high, but it may not go as far as you'd hoped.

President Donald Trump has touted "no tax on Social Security" with the addition of a new senior deduction. Some states still ...

In 2025, Social Security Administration employees were suddenly faced with a heavier workload. Here's how that can impact you when you need help.

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

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more round of disability payments ...

As more Americans weigh retirement choices in a tight budget year, one rule keeps ...