Claiming early is possible, but you'll lose 5/9 of 1% per month for up to 36 months of early claiming and then 5/12 of 1% per month thereafter. So those with FRAs of 67 will get 30% less if they sign ...

While Americans can begin to apply for Social Security benefits when they turn 62, it may not be the best time to do so and ...

For those approaching retirement, there are several steps to take before applying for Social Security benefits. Pre-retirees should be familiar with the benefit options available to them and ...

The Social Security wage base limit is the maximum amount of your income that's subject to the Social Security payroll tax ...

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

Losing a spouse can bring unexpected Social Security changes. Learn 11 eligibility factors and common pitfalls so you can ...

Do you know about this clever trick that could mean increasing your monthly Social Security checks? Learn how this "do-over" can help your retirement plan.

Many widows and widowers may miss important Social Security rules that impact their income. Discover key mistakes to avoid ...

This year, the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) was delayed a bit longer than usual, but it finally confirmed what was ...

'Can I elect to have the taxes withheld through the Social Security Administration?' "I suspect that my military pension combined with a Social Security benefit of approximately $1,700 will result in ...