Social Security recently reached an important milestone: In May 2025, average benefits climbed to over $2,000 per month for ...

Fact checked by Katie Reilly Among American workers approaching retirement, one question might keep popping up: Should I grab ...

The data about the ideal Social Security claiming age is pretty clear: Unless you have a short life expectancy, delaying ...

The last SSDI payment for the month of June will be headed out to recipients in a couple of days. Here's when you can expect ...

There are four types of Social Security benefits you can apply for. Learn what documents you’ll need and how to apply for each kind in person or online.

From smart claiming strategies for couples to tips on maximizing your monthly check, we have advice that can help you.

Married, divorced and widowed workers with pensions from jobs not covered by Social Security have traditionally missed out on ...

Dear Rusty: I just turned 65 years old in February 2025. I need to sign up for Social Security but don’t even know where to start. Signed: Seeking Assistance Dear Seeking: It is fairly easy to ...

To be sure, billionaires are far more likely to max out Social Security than the average person. Many billionaires easily ...

Timing can make a big difference when applying for Social Security benefits. While the application process is available year-round, certain days and times may lead to longer wait times, delayed ...

If you successfully maxed out Social Security throughout your career, you could retire this year with a monthly benefit of $5 ...