Your age at sign up will dictate the size of your Social Security benefit. Spouses can coordinate their claiming strategies ...

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 ...

This week, some Social Security beneficiaries will receive their final payments of 2025. Here's a peak into the 2026 changes ...

The last Social Security benefit of 2025 will be dispersed this week, and January's SSI check comes next week. Learn how the holidays will impact payment schedules.

The overall award rate for Social Security disability benefits was at a near-record low of 31 percent in 2023.

Divorced spouses can claim up to 50% of an ex's Social Security benefits. Learn more about the requirements for age, marriage duration, divorce period, and filing tips.

Divorced? You could still qualify for valuable Social Security spousal benefits. Here's how to know if you're eligible and ...

Spousal Social Security benefits can help fill holes in your post-retirement budget. Here's how to know if you qualify.

All Social Security recipients can get one do-over in their lifetime. If you withdraw your application for benefits and repay ...

Find out the average Social Security benefit amount for 65-year-old Americans and how you can prioritize building your ...

Nine states still tax Social Security benefits in 2025. Rules vary by age and income. Colorado, Connecticut, and Minnesota ...

West Virginia is phasing out its tax on Social Security benefits. For 2025 returns (filed in 2026), 65% of benefits will be ...