Whether you're retiring in 2025 or still have decades left, it's wise to ensure you know exactly how Social Security will fit ...

There aren't many social programs in the U.S. that have had as much of a positive impact as Social Security retirement ...

The decline of pensions leaves newly minted retirees in a precarious position: They are more dependent on Social Security to make ends meet.

If you're still at a job you enjoy at age 62, you may want to put your Social Security claim on hold since you don't need the ...

If you’re like most seniors, you’ll rely on  Social Security to provide a good portion of your income once you retire. But, ...

In some columns I wrote last montth about the repeal of laws that affect people who spent a large portion of their careers ...

The difference in claiming early versus waiting is magnified when you qualify for the maximum possible benefit.

Tens of millions of Americans rely on Social Security benefits for a substantial portion of their retirement income. Not only ...

Any taxpayer can create a free ID.me account to see what forms they should expect to receive this year, since anyone issuing a W-2 or 1099 will also issue a copy to the IRS. Employees receive a W-2, ...

Low-income retirees say that returning to work would mean a higher paycheck, but lower food, health, and housing benefits.

Widows and widowers have the option of taking reduced benefits on one record and later switching to higher benefits on ...