Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to claim Social Security.

If he lives beyond that age, he will earn more money from Social Security, and it will be better for him to have waited. By starting to collect at 66 and 10 months, he will get $2,650 a month or ...

If you're looking to file for Social Security spousal benefits, you must understand how they work. You should know that you ...

Dear Help Me Retire, I have a question about collecting survivor benefits. My ex-spouse of 20 years recently passed away in ...

Despite the government shutdown, the Social Security Administration has pledged to issue benefits payments on time.

Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits ...

Both Medicare and Medicaid draw federal funds to help cover healthcare costs, but how they function -- and who qualifies -- ...

Losing a spouse young is devastating. Amid the grief is an urgent financial question: what happens to your Social Security?

Surveys conducted by The Motley Fool show most retirees found Social Security's COLAs insufficient in 2024 and 2025, meaning the additional income did not completely offset rising prices. The same ...

I would like to retire and enjoy some time with him before he gets too much older. I do not want to have my benefits cut by ...

When thinking about retirement income, Social Security plays a key role for many Americans. For those who are divorced — or ...

Up to 85% of your Social Security benefits may be taxed, but a new "senior deduction" can cut taxes—unless your income is too ...