You can maximize your benefits if you wait to claim Social Security until your full retirement age or older. However, ...

For decades, Americans have seen lower Social Security checks if they fall into the circumstances under the WEP and GPO.

Living off of social security payments alone is a reality millions of Americans may face in the years to come, with a ...

The Social Security Administration distributes nearly 73 million payments every month to people enrolled in its programs.

Elizabeth Ayoola with NerdWallet said the earliest you can start collecting is 62 years old. However, the amount is permanently dinged 25% to 30% depending on your birth year. For example, if your ...

Keep in mind that the Social Security Administration also pays benefits in the month after they're due. For example, if you turn 62 on March 21, 2025, you won't be eligible for benefits until April ...

Social Security benefits for thousands of Mississippians, including almost half a million retirees, will increase in the ...

If he were to predecease you, you'd also be eligible for survivor benefits. Spouses and ex-spouses may get up to 100% of the deceased's benefit, depending on when they claim in relation to their Full ...

If you've started your retirement planning, good for you! It's smart to do, even if retirement is a few decades away because ...

Maximizing social security pay out based on age is a concern for many senior citizens. Learn the truth about claiming at 62 ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced updates to key policies set to take effect in 2025. These changes will ...

The new age for full Social Security benefits in 2025 is 66 years and 10 months. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.