Social Security claiming is not one-size-fits-all. Learn how couples, cash flow, health, and survivor benefits determine the right filing age for you.

Some Social Security beneficiaries born between 1917 and about 1926 falsely claimed they were getting shorted by the ...

You may not be able to predict exactly how long you'll live, but it's a good idea to plan for a longer-than-expected life.

Here’s when Social Security and SSI checks arrive for February, how much benefits have risen and what new tax and repayment ...

The estimated average Social Security benefit for January 2026 is $2,071, up from $2,015 before the 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) took effect. This means the average senior will take home ...

Gen X retirees say they misunderstood Social Security advice. Learn which claims, fears, and rules led to smaller checks and fewer options in retirement.

By planning ahead, you can not only avoid making potentially serious mistakes, but you can also ensure that you're receiving the maximum benefits that you can.

Ohio Supplemental Security Income recipients will receive their February payments early on January 30. SSI payments are sent early when the first of the month falls on a weekend or holiday. More than ...

People typically claim Social Security earlier than they should. The consequences can be less monthly and lifetime Social Security income. You have a choice when claiming Social Security retirement ...

The landscape of VA claims has grown increasingly complex, requiring veterans to understand how evidence, documentation, and evaluation criteria work together within the federal benefits system. With ...

Retirement planner Dana Anspach explains why timing Social Security benefits requires more than rules of thumb or recent market trends. Mike Johnson gives update on Jan. 6 plaque US forces launch ...