You don't have to do anything to get the government to acknowledge your more recent work history. The Social Security ...

There are millions of Americans who are seeing a slight boost in their social security checks. This boosted amount is a 2.5% ...

Trying to keep up with changes can be a lot to digest, but focusing on the most impactful can help you stay informed without being overwhelmed.

Switching from one type of Social Security benefit to another is possible for some married people, but mind the rules.

The maximum Social Security benefit someone can claim in 2025 is $5,108 per month. This benefit requires two very specific qualifications for both age and income. Even if you don’t qualify for the ...

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

If you can make these three moves, you may find that you're able to take home a lot more money than just $2,002.39 per month.

Her focus is reporting on Social Security, other government benefits and personal finance. She has previously extensively ...

Lawmakers have options they can explore to prevent an unwanted scenario. But it's important to brace for cuts if you're ...

We can get a pretty good feel for how one's retirement benefits can change based on filing age, however, by using the current average Social Security payment of $1,976 per month as a baseline.

Claiming benefits at age 62 means a permanent 30% reduction in monthly payments. In two short years, the oldest members of ...