As Social Security marks its 90th anniversary, understanding how to maximize benefits is crucial. A recent AARP study reveals ...

For millions of older adults, Social Security is a safety net in retirement. Around 21% of adults age 50 and older have no other retirement income outside of their benefits, a 2023 survey from the ...

In order to qualify for Social Security benefits, you need to accrue 40 credits, if you were born after Jan. 2, 1929. To earn one credit in 2025, you must have wages and self-employment income of ...

Understanding how your Social Security benefits are taxed is crucial for financial planning in retirement. Not all benefits ...

Qualifying for spousal benefits Although the formula used to calculate Social Security benefits can be a bit complicated, the qualifications are not. This is true for spousal benefits as well.

As of July 2025, the average monthly Social Security retirement benefit is $1,952.23, or about $23,400 per year, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA).

For those who regret starting their Social Security benefits too soon, there is a valuable option, but with fine print. The Social Security Administration allows payments to be "stopped" if less ...

Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could rise 2.7%. But Medicare Part B premiums are set to rise even more, eating ...