Those retiring in 2025 at age 62 can earn a maximum possible benefit of $2,910 per month in 2026. If you file at age 67, the ...

You're allowed to claim Social Security as early as 62, but doing it so early reduces your checks by 5/9 of 1% per month for ...

Whether age 70 is a long way away or just around the corner, maximizing your Social Security benefits involves waiting to ...

In 2026, Social Security benefits will increase by 2.8% for 75 million recipients, reflecting inflation. The maximum earnings ...

Blank years in your Social Security record could lower your benefits. Learn how spotting them early can help you retire smarter—and boost your future payout.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the federal government shutdown continues, Americans can still access critical Social Security services online through their personal my Social Security accounts, the Social ...

This November is a prime example of how weekends can throw a wrench into your Social Security payments. Keep reading to find ...

The maximum benefit provides more than double the average benefit. This benefit is available only to very high earners. Some retirees in 2026 will collect a very large Social Security check. Social ...

Social Security recipients who get Supplemental Security Income benefits got a check on Oct. 1 and will get another on Oct.

The Social Security Administration assigns you a full retirement age (FRA) based on your birth year. Yours is 67 if you were ...

The U.S. government shut down on Wednesday after Congress failed to approve funding for federal agencies. Here's how that ...

Seniors may see only a small bump in Social Security next year. The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) expects a 2.7% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026, while inflation is still close to 2.9%, ...