As Social Security nears its 90th anniversary, Americans’ confidence in the future of the program has dropped. Here’s what to ...

Key Points You don't become eligible for Social Security until you're 62 for the entire month.The earlier you claim Social ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits is crucial for retirement planning. The age at which you start affects your ...

If you'd rather not apply online, you can call the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213 to set up an appointment to ...

The earliest you can file for spousal benefits is at age 62. You could qualify for benefits equal to 50% of your spouse's amount. If you're divorced, you may still qualify for benefits based on an ...

I am looking to retire at 62. I'm single with a 12-year-old daughter, splitting parenting time with my ex-wife. I pay $1,000 a month in child support and I pay for all of her activities, which is ...

While the two studies above indicate that waiting longer results in a higher lifetime benefit, actual data shows more people ...

We take a look at how Americans’ year of birth affects their ‘full retirement age’, and how your monthly benefits go up the ...

Experts say retiree Social Security is still taxable and you'll need to read the fine print to understand your situation and ...

The resounding advice about filing early for Social Security retirement benefits is pretty unambiguous: Don’t do it. However, if you can’t delay — due to immediate cash flow needs — or don’t want to ...

All told, there's no right or wrong answer when it comes to figuring out when to claim Social Security. The point here isn't ...

Social Security claims surged in 2025 as insolvency, healthcare, debt and inflation concerns drive retirees to consider ...