If you're looking to file for Social Security spousal benefits, you must understand how they work. You should know that you can claim spousal benefits even if you're divorced or have an earnings ...

Dear Help Me Retire, I have a question about collecting survivor benefits. My ex-spouse of 20 years recently passed away in an accident. We were divorced for about one year before ...

When thinking about retirement income, Social Security plays a key role for many Americans. For those who are divorced — or considering divorce — questions often come up about whether splitting from a ...

Most people think of retirement benefits when they hear the words Social Security. And, of course, Social Security does provide benefits to millions of retirees based on their wor ...

For many remarried individuals, claiming benefits based on an ex-spouse's record is not allowed. But there are exceptions.

Dr. Susan Heitler, a psychologist and author, suggests that divorce can be a pivotal moment for personal growth, offering a blank slate to redefine who you want to be. By focusing on yourself, you can ...

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The failure to reach a budget agreement will shut down much of the federal government on Wednesday, but that won’t stop the flow of several critical benefits, including Social Security retirement and ...

There are some things Social Security beneficiaries should know as the year comes to a close, even as the future of Social Security remains unclear.

Savers are deeply worried that Social Security won't cover their retirement costs, but there are things you can do to close the gap.

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

My husband jokes that he will never be able to retire because we do not own a home. Here in Reno, Nev., home prices are about $600,000. We pay high rent for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment.