Given that most people's FRA is now 67, it's a good idea for retirees to understand how much the average check at that age is ...

It takes more than tying the knot to claim one of these benefits.

To claim the maximum spousal benefit, you must apply at your FRA. You can claim as early as 62, but doing so will shrink your ...

Determining the best age for you requires you to dive deeper into all of your options.

Here's when you can expect your first payment of the new year. Plus, everything you should know about 2026 changes.

You may not be familiar with all of these, even if you've been on benefits for a while.

After a long career, many people can't wait for the day they finally cash in on their Social Security benefits — and waiting ...

Advocates say long waits, lost staff, and new online hurdles are shutting out older Americans who rely on in‑person support.

I write a column similar to this one every January. But I don't mind plagiarizing myself because it contains a very important ...

January is a critical month for the hundreds of thousands of potential Social Security beneficiaries who are reaching their ...

Social Security rules can change every year.

SSA country lists affect Social Security abroad for all foreigners (e.g., former citizens, green-card holders). This means ...