“I was told that there’s a benefit for the minor children of retirees receiving Social Security.” ...

Few people actually claim benefits at this age.

Critics warn Dave Ramsey's early-claiming Social Security advice can lead to lower lifetime benefits. Here's what experts say ...

On my end, I'm glad I was willing to open my mind and think more critically about the benefits of filing for Social Security ...

The more aware you are of how spousal benefits work, the easier it is to make the most of them.

Given that most people's FRA is now 67, it's a good idea for retirees to understand how much the average check at that age is ...

The Social Security Administration rewards patience. You can start claiming benefits as early as age 62, but you’ll receive less if you begin before your full retirement age. Full retirement age is ...

Age 62 is the earliest age to sign up for Social Security. If your full retirement age is 67, filing at 62 will mean slashing your benefits by 30% for life. If Social Security is extra money for you ...

Waiting until age 70 to collect Social Security benefits provides the highest possible monthly payments as this is when delayed retirement credits stop accumulating. But does this strategy suit ...

Meeting four key criteria could qualify you for spousal Social Security benefits.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. This article explains the many Social Security benefits ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. Social Security limits the amount you can earn and still ...