The man's wife had worked for years as a family physician, and her Social Security record meant her benefits were higher than his. After she died, Social Security stopped paying her monthly benefit — ...

As benefits are cut and Social Security approaches possible insolvency, retirees are being asked to work longer and accept ...

Americans agree - across political, economic and generational lines - that the program is worth saving. Like many Americans, Cyndi Greening is worried about Social Security. She's worried about what ...

Experts say retiree Social Security is still taxable and you'll need to read the fine print to understand your situation and ...

There are two ways to apply for Social Security retirement benefits. When you apply for benefits has no impact on how you ...

One of President Donald Trump's biggest promises to seniors during his 2024 campaign was that he would eliminate taxes on ...

If you're thinking hard about your Social Security claiming strategy, there may be one aspect you've overlooked. If you're divorced, you may be able to receive Social Security benefits based on ...

Recent surveys show that a substantial portion of Americans are unaware of key elements of the Social Security system.

There are eligibility requirements that determine whether spouses or ex-spouses qualify for spousal benefits. The Social ...

To apply for Social Security benefits, you must be at least 61 years and 9 months old and have worked at least 10 years total at jobs where you earn Social Security credits. Ninety-six percent of all ...

Career prospects are rough. Here's how each generation is coping.