There are three boxes you need to check before you apply. And you'll have to put in some real work to pull this off.

Social Security benefits can stop if you are not a U.S. citizen and are living abroad. Foreign individuals must meet SSA ...

Quick Read You’re allowed to work while collecting Social Security benefits. Earning too much could mean having benefits withheld. That rule only applies to certain Social Security recipients. Are you ...

Make sure these changes are on your radar.

Don't assume waiting is an option for you.

It's hard to believe that 2025 is pretty much almost over. But now that we've reached the tail end of the year, it's time to start looking toward 2026. If you're receiving Social Security, you should ...

There are millions of older Americans today who probably would not be able to survive financially without Social Security.

Social Security is always a big topic among retirees and those getting close to retirement. So what changes should you be aware of for 2026? Here are the seven most important new things to know about ...

Not all Social Security recipients work out of necessity. Here's what decades of data reveals.

The age you claim Social Security can shape your lifetime income. Compare benefits at 62, full retirement age, and 70 to see ...

This week, payments will be made on Tuesday, February 3 to certain claimants.