One way that you can increase your check that many people overlook is by continuing to work and earn a higher income after ...

There are averages, however, that can give you a pretty good idea of how the typical beneficiary is currently faring, or a ...

SSI payments arrive on Dec. 1 and Dec. 31 because of a Social Security calendar rule. Also, another round of disability ...

Workers who claim benefits at the earliest eligible age of 62 can receive up to $2,831 per month. Those who wait until full retirement age, currently 67, can receive as much as $4,018. Delaying ...

There’s a reason Social Security is such an important income stream for so many retired Americans. For one thing, a lot of ...

The average Social Security check ranges from $1,814 to $2,196 by state, but higher payments don't always mean an easier retirement. Here's where your dollar goes furthest.

In December, the Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate for the third time this year. The move was not unexpected, ...

Donald Trump likely receives $5,000-$5,300 monthly in Social Security—the maximum. But is the President collecting social ...

Social Security has some rules that surprise retirees — and one of them could mean big unexpected costs for seniors.

The benefits provide important economic support for older people who cannot work. The White House recently halted changes to ...

Many retirees are struggling with their finances, and things could get worse next year if they aren't prepared for this ...

The Social Security earnings test applies to individuals who are working and claiming benefits while under their full ...