More than 68 million Americans receive a Social Security benefit. Of those beneficiaries, 53,503,000 are aged 65 or older and ...

The Supplemental Security Income program gives payments to those living with debilitating disabilities which may affect their ...

If Social Security reserves are depleted by 2033, as predicted, future benefits could be cut by as much as 21%. Here’s how to ...

Retirees who stop working at the Full Retirement Age, currently set at 67, can receive a maximum benefit of $4,018 per month. If benefits are claimed at the earliest possible age of 62, that maximum ...

One of the most important retirement planning decisions you'll make in your golden years is when to apply for Social Security ...

Over the last 40 years, every Trustees Report has pointed to the program having a long-term funding obligation shortfall. In ...

February’s Supplemental Security Income payment, worth up to $967, will go out to millions of beneficiaries in 13 days.

President Joe Biden signed a bill on Sunday that will repeal two laws previously preventing many public employees from receiving Social Security benefits. The Social Security Fairness Act ...

Don’t claim Social Security in 2025 without knowing your full retirement age. Your FRA is based on your birth year.

Social Security is more confusing than ever. Myths abound. Below, you’ll find a complete set of 25 facts to help you understand Social Security and its benefits more than ever. These are facts ...

The Social Security Fairness Act is expected to be signed Monday, according to advocates for police and firefighters.

Most Social Security recipients receive one check each month, but a quirk of the calendar means some older Americans didn't get a check at the start of December. On top of that, some beneficiaries ...