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

The earliest you can file for spousal benefits is at age 62. You could qualify for benefits equal to 50% of your spouse's amount. If you're divorced, you may still qualify for benefits based on an ...

It's convenient and easy to apply online for your Social Security benefits. Open a secure my Social Security account and take ...

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

We take a look at how Americans’ year of birth affects their ‘full retirement age’, and how your monthly benefits go up the ...

You’re not prohibited from working if you collect Social Security retirement benefits, but these rules can apply depending on your age.

When you've spent four decades or more in the workforce, it's understandable to be drawn to the idea of claiming those ...

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 ...

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

Retirees may see an approximate 77% increase to their Social Security benefits by waiting from age 62 to age 70 to claim ...

After completing your Social Security benefits application, the anticipation of receiving your first payment can be ...

You'll likely need personal savings or another source of income to help you cover your expenses in retirement. But that doesn ...