In order to qualify for spousal benefits as a divorcee, you must have been married for at least 10 years and divorced for at least two years. Also, you can't remarry if you want to remain eligible to ...

Nearly 30% of people surveyed say Social Security eligibility was a major reason they decided to retire.

Millions of Americans lack access to any type of retirement plan, hampering their ability to save for old age.

Understanding how the Social Security Administration calculates your maximum benefit can help you decide whether to claim it ...

Waiting to claim Social Security benefits until age 70 would maximize your retirement income and secure a stronger financial future. But for many retirees, it's not an option.

Here’s when Social Security and SSI checks arrive for February, how much benefits have risen and what new tax and repayment ...

Eligible Americans can enroll in Medicare online via the SSA website. Here's a step-by-step guide to enroll in Medicare.

Here’s when Social Security and SSI checks arrive for February, how much benefits have risen and what new tax and repayment rules mean in 2026.

In 2025, Social Security Administration employees were suddenly faced with a heavier workload. Here's how that can impact you when you need help.

Many retirees need the income Social Security provides to cover basic expenses. I'm hoping to save enough that I can use my Social Security as extra income. This approach buys me some protection in ...

More than 70 million Americans depend on Social Security each month for essential income, including retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. Given the scale of the program, the Social Security ...

Turning 62, 67, or 70 may feel like routine birthday milestones, but for Social Security, they mark key decision points for when you can start benefits. That timing choice permanently sets the size of ...