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For most of Social Security's history, full retirement age (FRA) was simple. You hit 65, you get your full benefit. That started to change in the 1980s, when Congress passed a law that slowly pushed ...

SSI recipients are advised to understand what the early deposit represents and budget accordingly to avoid hardship in ...

With no minimum balances or account fees, as well as 24/7 withdrawals and free domestic wire transfers, you can ensure your ...

Social Security benefits are expected to be sent this week. Here's who can expect to see a check, and the full payment ...

The veterans disability system has traditionally been a sacred cow for politicians of all stripes. Now, as part of the conservative war on the Department of Veterans Affairs, the administration is ...

Retirees become eligible to claim Social Security benefits at age 62, but the timing of when you claim can drastically impact ...

It's understandable if you want to claim Social Security as soon as possible to improve your quality of life or retire sooner. But if you like your job or you're worried about run ...

Waiting till 70 significantly increases your Social Security benefits, but there are circumstances when taking it at 67, or ...

The standard advice is to hold off, but most retirees claim the benefit as soon as they can, at age 62. Here’s what to know ...

A new study finds that 2 in 5 people combine work and Social Security benefits for at least some period of time as they near ...

Social Security rules can be confusing for seniors, but it's important to know the basics to make informed choices.