Turning 62 in 2026? See the maximum Social Security benefit you could receive, what it takes to qualify, and how claiming ...

Thinking about claiming your Social Security benefits? You need to know your 'full retirement age,' which affects the ...

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.

CPI-W stands for the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, one of the key inflation measures that tracks roughly 30% of the U.S. population. It's the measure that ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. I’ll admit, this topic can be confusing. First, let's start ...

If you prefer a hands-on approach to retirement planning, a financial advisor who specializes in retirement can help you create a budget for your needs. The first step in retirement planning is ...

After years of paying into the Social Security system, many seniors are surprised to learn that the benefits they receive after retirement may be subject to federal income tax. This is generally ...

Today’s column involves a husband and wife, both of whom were getting Social Security benefits — and the husband dies.

Trump opposes Social Security benefit cuts, raising the full retirement age, and increasing payroll taxes. Some of his proposals could accelerate the timeline for Social Security running out of money.

Suspending your retirement benefits means exactly that – it involves requesting a temporary break from receiving your monthly payouts. But because it’s Social Security, there are certain rules that ...

Didn't receive your July Social Security payment? It could be for a few reasons. We'll fill you in. Katie covered all things how-to at CNET, with a focus on Social Security and notable events. When ...