The standard advice is to hold off, but most retirees claim the benefit as soon as they can, at age 62. Here’s what to know ...

I heard a little rumor that I could also receive half of what my husband will get when he is at full retirement age.” ...

There’s a reason Social Security is such an important income stream for so many retired Americans. For one thing, a lot of ...

The benefits provide important economic support for older people who cannot work. The White House recently halted changes to ...

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The nice thing about Social Security is that you can choose when to sign up for benefits. If you wait until full retirement ...

The average Social Security check ranges from $1,814 to $2,196 by state, but higher payments don't always mean an easier retirement. Here's where your dollar goes furthest.

SSI payments arrive on Dec. 1 and Dec. 31 because of a Social Security calendar rule. Also, another round of disability ...

If you don't wait until full retirement age to claim your benefits, they'll be reduced on a permanent basis. And you ...