Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Steve Vernon, FSA, helps retirees make their money last for life. If you’re married, it’s critical that you maximize the money you ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. There are many articles written on the best and worst ways ...

One of the most powerful ways for retirees to increase inflation-protected income is the Social Security bridge strategy: waiting to claim until the maximum claim age, while taking larger withdrawals ...

This article looks at how to get the highest spousal benefit for Social Security.

When it comes to collecting Social Security benefits, married couples enjoy certain advantages that aren’t available to their single counterparts. To maximize their benefits, for example, each spouse ...