When you file is one of the biggest levers you control. File at 62, and you lock in a permanently smaller check. Wait until ...

The 2026 Social Security COLA will raise average spousal benefits by about $25 a month. Learn how this 2.8% boost can affect ...

When you hear about Social Security benefits, you're usually hearing about the retired worker benefits available to seniors ...

Dear Savvy Senior, How do Social Security spousal benefits work? My wife, who’s approaching age 62, has had a few ...

According to The Senior Citizens League, two-thirds of older Americans count on their monthly Social Security checks for at least half their income. That means when and how benefits are claimed can ...

Millions of Americans relying on Social Security Spousal Benefits are set to receive higher monthly payments in 2026, following the Social Security Administrations recent announcement of the latest ...

Many retirees worry they’ll need to work longer to get more out of Social Security. While working longer is one way to do so, there are some strategic moves that can also boost benefits without adding ...

Social Security survivor benefits have different rules than spousal benefits, and both work differently from the retirement ...

When thinking about retirement income, Social Security plays a key role for many Americans. For those who are divorced — or considering divorce — questions often come up about whether splitting from a ...

All Social Security beneficiaries will see a 2.8% increase in their benefit amount next year, but the most any retiree can receive monthly in 2026 is $5,251. That amount will go to those who ...