How waiting one year to apply can add up to $166 to the average benefit. Your full retirement age (FRA), which depends on the ...

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 ...

The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of all seniors whose provisional income -- adjusted gross income ...

You can sign up to begin your Social Security retirement benefits any time after age 62. However, your monthly payments will ...

You should claim Social Security right away if you're out of work and need money. Consider an immediate filing if you're ...

If you’ll be at least 62 years old in 2026, it means you’re eligible to sign up for Social Security. However, that doesn’t mean that claiming Social Security this year is a smart idea. When it comes ...

Yes, the federal government will take a cut of Social Security, which can include monthly retirement, survivor and disability benefits, if total income exceeds certain amounts. But recipients also ...

Are you nearing retirement and considering taking Social Security? There are some key numbers to keep in mind, especially if you want to receive the highest possible monthly check. Most of us ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see their final 2025 check Wednesday. Here's what to know about ...

A new round of Social Security payments for December will be sent out later this week, just in time for Christmas. The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides monthly income to about 70 million ...

The 2026 Social Security COLA will increase benefits by 2.8% starting next month. Many seniors say the increase isn't enough to keep up with the rising costs of essential living expenses. The average ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, the last group will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more SSI check ...