Social Security usually pays benefits on Wednesdays, with the first wave of payments going out on the second Wednesday of the ...

Most collect Social Security at 62. However, ChatGPT suggested waiting until 70 to maximize benefits, boost survivor payouts, ...

Locking in guaranteed payments early can be appealing, but retirees should carefully consider the long-term impact.

Retirement planning can feel overwhelming. There’s a lot to think about, and it’s easy to make mistakes that can cost you later. Many people believe they’re on the right track, but small missteps can ...

A think tank has said the Trump administration is "peddling false and exaggerated claims" about taxes on Social Security ...

Trump Administration Protects Social Security Benefits for Borrowers** In a surprising turn of events, the Trump administration has chosen to pause its previously announced plan to garnish Social ...

What is the right time to claim Social Security? This is actually a much more complicated question than you might imagine.

A report that Social Security funds could soon be depleted has some Americans wondering if they should take their benefits ...

This week, two payments will be made by the Social Security Administration (SSA). Millions of Americans receive Social Security benefits, whether it be retirement checks or disability payments, known ...

As Social Security nears its 90th anniversary, Americans’ confidence in the future of the program has dropped. Here’s what to ...

A former FAA employee from Blue Springs, Missouri, pleaded guilty to mail fraud after stealing $55,000 in Social Security benefits.

If you'd rather not apply online, you can call the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213 to set up an appointment to ...