Social Security's earliest claiming age -- 62 -- remains its most popular, with just under a quarter of eligible seniors ...

Claiming Social Security at 62 is popular strategy because it gives recipients the most checks. At the same time, it reduces ...

If your Social Security benefit doesn't arrive on time, don't fret. Here's what to know and what you can do about it.

One of the biggest Social Security decisions you'll have to make is when to sign up for benefits. Many choose to apply as ...

After a divorce, a couple reconciles but doesn't remarry. Should they retie the knot to maximize Social Security payments?

If your check doesn't show up when it's supposed to or at all, the Social Security Administration suggests waiting for three ...

When retired women apply for Social Security benefits, they receive smaller monthly checks. Here's a closer look at how much ...

A ccessing Social Security benefits has become more convenient than ever, thanks to the efforts of Social Security Public ...

Spousal benefits, in contrast, max out at 50% of what your spouse (or ex-spouse) collects at full retirement age. If that ...

Government benefits such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments are intended to be managed and distributed ...

This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much ...

Have Social Security questions? This cheat sheet has the answers. Social Security provides financial benefits to senior citizens, low-income individuals and people with disabilities. Beneficiaries ...