To qualify for Social Security as a retiree, you need to earn 40 work credits in your lifetime, at a maximum of four credits per year. In 2025, a single work credit is worth $1,810, up from $1,730 in 2024. So if you want your four work credits for the year, you'll need to make sure your wages equal at least $7,240.

The first round of November Social Security payments, worth up to $4,873 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in three days. The amount of Social Security benefits retirees receive depends on the ...

The first round of November's Social Security payments have gone out. If you're expecting a check this coming week, we'll tell you when you'll get it. Blake Stimac Writer Blake has over a decade of experience writing for the web, with a focus on mobile ...