If you receive Social Security benefits, you probably know about the SSA-1099 or SSA-1042S tax form. Each January, the Social ...

When people think of Social Security, they typically think of monthly benefits — for the roughly 69 million retirees, disabled workers, dependents and survivors who receive them today.

If any of the following three things apply to you, you may not be ready to claim yet. Your earnings record shows how much of your income was taxed for Social Security each year. The annual amounts ...

That's because your monthly Social Security benefit may be higher for you – and, eventually, your spouse – if you wait even a few months to apply. For decades, you could apply for Social ...

If any of the following three things apply to you, you may not be ready to claim yet. Your earnings record shows how much of your income was taxed for Social Security each year. The annual amounts ...

But the way you choose to apply can affect how long it takes to submit your application and get approved. Calling the Social Security Administration might seem like your most convenient option if ...

But there are a few things you need to know before you pick up the phone and apply. Getting someone at the Social Security Administration on the phone isn't easy these days. Average wait times are ...

It can take some time for the Social Security Administration (SSA) to investigate this and update your earnings record, so it's best to do this well before you plan to apply. Contact the SSA if ...