Many retirees rely heavily on Social Security to make ends meet. According to a recent annual Gallup poll, 62% of retirees ...

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

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Social Security Christmas week 2025 office hours and retirement age changes in 2026 affect millions. SSA offices stay open on ...

Social Security remains the backbone of guaranteed retirement income, but it is not the only option. Claiming age sharply ...

By that math, your typical American man would be smart to claim Social Security at age 62, the first year of his eligibility.

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For decades, interest from the Social Security trust fund helped cover shortfalls, but since around 2019, payouts have ...

Social Security benefits are projected to be cut by 2035. Learn how to grow your nest egg by saving and investing to unlock a financially secure retirement.

The last Social Security benefit of 2025 will be dispersed this week, and January's SSI check comes next week. Learn how the holidays will impact payment schedules.

Allowing them to get Social Security and Medicare helps keep them in their jobs. While people can start receiving reduced ...