The simple numbers say waiting as long as possible makes sense, but there's more to the story that can -- and should -- ...

The Social Security Administration assigns everyone a full retirement age (FRA). That's when you become eligible for the full ...

Americans are filing for Social Security benefits at record rates in 2025, with a 17% jump to 1.8 million applications in the ...

It's important to choose the right filing age, since it will have an impact on the amount of money Social Security pays you ...

A judge blocked DOGE from accessing some sensitive data. The acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration now says he is "not shutting down the agency" after earlier suggesting he ...

Most retirees and future retirees have pressing questions about Social Security. Explore what financial advisors have to say.

If you’re self-employed, you pay Social Security taxes when you file your federal tax return. Profit and prosper with the best of expert advice on investing, taxes, retirement, personal finance ...

96% of Americans lose an average of $111,000 in their Social Security income due to mistakes made while filing for benefits, according to Forbes. There are over 2,700 rules in the Social Security ...

Those seniors who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) from the Social Security Administration (SSA), however, have a reason to potentially breathe a big sigh of financial relief.

So, you can apply for your Social Security benefits, as indicated above, either online or by calling SS for an appointment. Just be aware that by applying at age 65 your benefit will be ...

The new head of the Social Security Administration said he had no idea what the job entailed when the Trump administration tapped him for the position of Commissioner of Social Security.

Social Security is in trouble and your benefits could be at risk. Once you understand the whole picture, it may change your plans for how and when you file for your benefits. Good news – a new ...