Are you counting on Social Security as an important source of income in retirement? You're not alone. Nine out of 10 Americans age 65 and older are currently receiving some form o ...

The time to sign up for benefits may be now.

Waiting until full retirement age ensures that you receive your monthly benefits without a reduction. Filing early, which you ...

Don't file for benefits until you complete this essential task. Now that 2025 is winding down, you may be looking forward to starting off 2026. Perhaps you have big plans for the new year, like ...

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 ...