Another good reason to claim Social Security at 62 is if you're in poor health and don't expect to live a long life. Filing ...

If you wait until full retirement age to claim Social Security, you'll get your monthly benefits without a reduction. But you ...

Waiting until 70 to claim Social Security could do your retirement finances a world of good. But if you don't desperately ...

Senate Democrats have introduced a bill to boost Social Security, SSI, and veterans benefits by $200 a month through July 2026. Here’s who would qualify and why the proposal faces steep odds.

On December 1, 2025, eligible Americans will receive up to $1,450 in Social Security benefits. This payment is part of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program, specifically targeting low-income ...

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You'll receive a spousal benefit if you're married and the spousal benefit amount is higher than the retirement benefit you qualify for. You qualify for your maximum spousal benefit at your full ...

If you plan to work while collecting Social Security benefits before reaching your Full Retirement Age (FRA), you need to understand the Social Security Earnings Test (officially called the Retirement ...

Social Security gets the majority of its revenue from payroll taxes. But it's not a given that you'll pay Social Security taxes on all of your income. Each year, the Social Security Administration ...