Want to wait to claim Social Security? These smart financial strategies can help you avoid tapping it too early.

You can collect Social Security benefits while you’re working, but if you haven’t hit the full retirement age of 67, the government can claw back your benefits. In 2025, you'll lose $1 in benefits for ...

Your claiming age matters for two reasons. First, it determines whether you're eligible for checks. You must be at least 62 years old to get retirement benefits. But that's not defined in the way ...

The Administration announced 24/7 access to the My online portal starting in mid-July as part of a broader customer service ...

Dear Rusty: My coffee conversations among a group of friends have resulted in several questions about Social Security: 1. What happens to the Social Security account of someone who dies before ret… ...

(NEXSTAR) — There have been several changes to government benefit payments already this year, including increased checks for ...

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

The bottom line Social Security spousal benefits can provide additional retirement income if you qualify, and since Social Security is the only inflation-protected source of income many retirees have, ...

You've thought about claiming Social Security at 62, but you've heard about the early claiming penalty that can shrink your checks by up to 30% if you do. While this is an important factor to ...

Knowing exactly when your Social Security benefits will hit your bank account helps you plan bills, savings and spending accordingly. For July 2025, beneficiaries follow the standard Social ...

There are four types of Social Security benefits you can apply for. Learn what documents you’ll need and how to apply for ...

Edward Coristine, teen tech wunderkind and ex-Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) aide known as "Big Balls," is now working at the Social Security Administration (SSA).