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

Sudden Social Security changes can take you by surprise and affect your check for the rest of your life. Learn about WEP, GPO ...

This year, I've spoken to over 250 older Americans. Most, including those with sufficient savings, expressed anxiety about their financial situations, ...

Every American who expects to receive Social Security, whether in a few months or a few decades, has one non‑negotiable task ...

When you lock your Social Security number, a company looking to verify your SSN won't be able to verify your identity, ...

The Social Security Administration has released its holiday hours for 2025, and beneficiaries will be able to access services on Wednesday and Friday. However, on Christmas Day, local offices will be ...

With the SSA cutting in-person visits, going online is essential. Our guide walks you through setting up your account, using ...

Social Security payments follow a normal schedule in December and will be the last check before the upcoming cost-of-living increase takes effect. Social Security benefits – paid mostly to recipients ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. Here's what to know about the upcoming Social Security payments. The ...

The new goal to cut the number of field office visits comes as the agency’s frontline locations have lost thousands of employees. The Social Security Administration wants to halve the number of people ...