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.

Social Security beneficiaries can see a personalized estimate of how much they can expect each month using the SSA’s calculator.

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If you remarry, you will lose the ability to claim Social Security on your ex's work record. You will only receive a spousal Social Security benefit if it's larger than your own retirement benefit.

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Social Security payment amounts are determined by several factors, including age of retirement or the amount paid into Social Security.

To receive benefits, minors must meet certain requirements. They must be unmarried and age 17 or younger, or between ages 18 and 19 if they attend an elementary or secondary school full time, ...

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Your retirement number is the amount of money you need to retire.

This article walks through determining how much Social Security you'll receive.

Most people who receive Social Security retirement benefits will see their monthly payments in January 2026 as usual — with checks and direct deposits distributed according to the Social Security ...

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