Can't Get the Max $5,108 Social Security Benefit? Here's What to Do Instead.
Even if you've saved decently for retirement, there's a good chance Social Security will play an important role in your future finances. For this reason, it's important to try to snag as large a monthly check as possible.
New law has ignited a wave of new Social Security benefit claims. What you need to know
Social Security Administration says it's processed 30,000 claims under the Social Security Fairness Act. Only about 2.97 million more to go.
16 Social Security facts that all divorced spouses should know about benefits
Divorce may be complicated, but Social Security benefits after divorce are simpler than you might think. Keep reading to learn about how exes collect.
Your Social Security Benefits Could Be Taxed Twice if You Live in Any of These 9 States
Taxes on Social Security benefits have gotten a lot of attention over the last few months, ever since President Trump vowed to eliminate them on social media. The IRS taxes up to 85% of some seniors' benefits at ordinary income tax rates,
Can I claim my Social Security before age 60?
While the standard age to begin receiving retirement benefits is 62, there are specific exceptions that allow for earlier access.
There's a downside to claiming Social Security money while you work
Deciding whether to claim Social Security benefits while still working is a multifaceted decision with significant financial implications. This choice requires careful consideration of both immediate and long-term effects,
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 75
Few things are more important to Americans' retirement than Social Security. Although Social Security will play a different role in people's retirement income, it's helpful to get a sense of average benefits to get a gist of what to possibly expect and begin putting together a broad financial plan.
This was the average Social Security benefit in 2010 — and here’s what it is now. Have those checks lost (or gained) buying power?
Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusts the amount of money that recipients receive in benefits, helping ...
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Do you need to file taxes if you're on Social Security?
Social Security benefits are handled differently than regular income by the IRS, which can make tax season tricky.
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Gen X workers and 4 things they should know about Social Security before retirement
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What happens to Social Security payments during a government shutdown?
For example, Social Security’s contingency plan lists IT upgrades, public relations, and processing requests for information among the services it would discontinue temporarily. Like Social ...