As of May 2025, over 55 million people receive Social Security retirement benefits, with most relying on them for most or all ...

Overall, 52% of Americans say they worry a “great deal” about the Social Security system, up from 43% in 2024, according to ...

There are millions of older Americans today who rely on Social Security for monthly income. There are a couple of factors ...

The longer you can wait to start taking your government retirement benefits, the bigger your monthly payments will be.

Deciding when to start receiving Social Security benefits is crucial in retirement planning. While you can begin payments at ...

In 2025, the Social Security full retirement age rises to 67 for those born in 1960 or later. This change impacts benefits ...

Social Security’s retirement benefits are a crucial source of income for older Americans, and many people look forward to the ...

Social Security changes are coming — from raising the full retirement age to potential benefit suspensions. Here’s what you need to know to protect your monthly check.

Janice’s husband died suddenly last year after having a stroke. The couple were a few years away from retirement. Janice, 62, ...

Under President Trump, Social Security claims are surging as seniors rush to lock in benefits. But advocates warn that kids and working families could suffer from new policy threats.

Choosing when to begin receiving Social Security benefits is one of the most important financial decisions retirees face. While many people opt to start collecting at the earlie ...

The SSA will enforce stricter rules affecting benefit payments for 72.5mn Americans. Beneficiaries must report personal changes to avoid delays in payments.