The Social Security Administration uses outdated computer systems, making mistakes that cause pain for beneficiaries and ...

Maxing out Social Security requires more than just a high salary.

Filing for Social Security early is a complex decision that depends heavily on your individual and family circumstances, including health and financial needs.

One key decision you must make on your retirement journey is when to apply for Social Security. A retirement calculator can help you determine your ideal retirement age to begin Social ...

If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you will receive your regular payment on July 1. However, similar to May, ...

The Hearst Television Data Team has developed a tool to estimate your life expectancy using actuarial data from the Social ...

Here are the steps that Social Security follows to calculate the COLA: Average the CPI-W data for the third quarter (July, August, and September) of the current year. Compare the current year's ...

Most Americans don’t have a retirement tax plan, according to a Northwestern Mutual study. If you’re one of them, it could be ...

From smart claiming strategies for couples to tips on maximizing your monthly check, we have advice that can help you.

Social Security is an important piece of the retirement puzzle, particularly for middle-class retirees who count on the ...

Individuals who were born in 1960 or later who want to retire and receive their full Social Security benefits should note ...