Claiming before your FRA will result in permanent benefit reductions. So if you file at age 66 thinking it's your FRA, you ...

When you discuss filing for your specific benefits with the Social Security Administration, it sets a protective filing date ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.

If you receive Social Security benefits, keep in mind that you likely need to pay taxes on that money. Like many parts of the ...

Social Security beneficiaries receiving payments in 2026 can expect about $56 more every month, a new tax deduction that will lower seniors' taxes, and modernization updates to the agency.

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 ...

Explore the Social Security benefit amounts you can receive at various retirement ages and whether the monthly amount or the lifetime amount matters more to you.

This story is sponsored by B.O.S.S. Retirement Solutions. For most Americans, Social Security is more than a paycheck — it's the foundation of their retirement. But the timing of when you file can ...

Many retirees are surprised to learn their Social Security benefits are taxable. Avoid this costly mistake by understanding ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. This article explains the many Social Security benefits ...

Spousal Social Security benefits can help fill holes in your post-retirement budget. Here's how to know if you qualify.

Close to 74 million Americans receive Social Security benefits. Nearly two-thirds (63%) say their checks account for at least half of their personal income, according to the Pew Research Center, and ...