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

There's a huge difference in benefits for beneficiaries claiming as soon as possible versus those waiting a few years.

The top 5 secrets to maximizing your Social Security benefits with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to navigate the complex ...

I've written about my now deceased friend, Don Winters, before. But I can tell from my emails that it's time to share his story again.

When it comes to choosing a Social Security claiming age, many experts recommend waiting until age 70 to file. There's good ...

Spousal benefits can be up to half of what the primary earner would get at full retirement age, but the amount is reduced ...

Learn how much the average retiree receives in Social Security benefits at age 70 and how you can maximize your own benefits ...

We'll walk you through how surviving spouses might navigate different benefit types from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and use strategic timing to try to optimize what you receive. When ...

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

All Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8% increase in their benefit amount next year, but the most any retiree can receive monthly in 2026 is $5,251. That amount will go to those who ...

Waiting until age 70 to collect Social Security benefits provides the highest possible monthly payments as this is when delayed retirement credits stop accumulating. But does this strategy suit ...

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...