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 ...

You must be at least 61 years and 9 months, and want your benefits to start in no more than 4 months. Apply at ...

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