For those approaching retirement, there are several steps to take before applying for Social Security benefits. Pre-retirees should be familiar with the benefit options available to them ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some may have begun receiving smaller checks.

Social Security has started increasing the full retirement age for some age groups. See what age you are eligible to retire ...

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Federal employees older than 70 may be leaving thousands on the table. Find out if you or your spouse are missing Social ...

Applying early will shrink your checks by up to 30%, depending on how soon you do it. That can cost you tens of thousands of ...

A spouse can often claim Social Security benefits that provide a portion of their partner's benefit. Divorced spouses and those whose partners have died can also qualify for this provision. How much ...

With so many currently heading for the exit, it’s a good time for federal employees to improve their understanding of the retirement process.

Social Security is a lifeline for many retirees, yet few know how to maximize their benefits. Discover a strategy that could ...

Claiming age has a different effect on spousal benefits than it does on personal retirement benefits. When claiming spousal benefits, you need to be aligned with your partner on a Social Security ...