Age: You need to be at least 62 to claim spousal benefits, although benefits are permanently reduced if you file before FRA. There are two exceptions to this rule: You can file for spousal benefits at ...

Social Security spousal benefits max out at 50% of what your spouse is eligible for at their full retirement age. If you ...

For those approaching retirement, there are several steps to take before applying for Social Security benefits. Pre-retirees should be familiar with the benefit options available to them and ...

Many federal employees may not realize they are eligible for Social Security retirement benefits. I recently spoke to a couple in their 70s about the husband’s upcoming retirement from federal service ...

Angelica Leicht is the senior editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com, where she writes and edits articles on a range of personal finance topics. Angelica previously held editing ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to ...

Even with a U.S. government shutdown beginning on Wednesday, Oct. 1, the 74 million Americans who collect Social Security will continue receiving their monthly checks, although some services could be ...

On average, an 80-year-old receives $2,006.20 per month in Social Security retirement benefits, according to Social Security Administration (SSA) data, as of December 2024. In comparison, the average ...

The maximum Social Security benefit will be increasing in 2026. If you want to max out your benefits, you need to earn a high salary. You also need to make sure you have a plan to delay your benefits ...

More than 74.5 million people receive Social Security benefits, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Many of them rely on Social Security for their financial well-being. For some ...

Up to 85% of your Social Security benefits may be taxed, but a new "senior deduction" can cut taxes—unless your income is too ...