Understanding how Social Security spousal benefits work is crucial for maximizing your family’s retirement income.

If you file for Social Security at 62 with a full retirement age of 67, you'll slash your monthly benefits by 30% -- for life ...

After a delay due to the government shutdown that began on Oct. 1, Social Security announced its most anticipated change of the year: The 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Beginning on Jan. 1, ...

The maximum monthly Social Security check is currently $5,108, or $61,296 annually. Here's the salary you need to claim the ...

For the purposes of calculating your retirement benefit, working after full retirement age is essentially the same as working ...

In 2026, the wage base limit is $184,500, up from $176,100 in 2025. To be eligible for the maximum benefit, you'll need to ...

New Social Security rules could mean you get more—or less—in each benefit check next year. Here’s how to calculate the amount.

Age 65 is a major transition for many individuals as they shift to thinking about retirement and begin to contemplate ...

Social Security retirement benefits are designed to replace part of your income during retirement. But what happens if you ...

Blank years in your Social Security record could lower your benefits. Learn how spotting them early can help you retire smarter—and boost your future payout.

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...

Social Security has survived past solvency crises, but it is not clear to industry expert Marcia Mantell what action Congress ...