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 ...

Picture this. You turn 65, and it feels like the finish line everyone told you about. Time to claim Social Security and start your retirement chapter. Seems logical, right? Except here's the thing ...

Older Americans are filing for Social Security benefits at a record rate this year, a surge that could reflect growing anxiety about the stability of the retirement system amid cutbacks under the ...

I write a column similar to this one every January. But I don't mind plagiarizing myself because it contains a very important message for people planning to retire in 2026. January is a critical month ...

You're not necessarily stuck with a smaller monthly benefit for life.

Nearly 70% of U.S. adults receiving Social Security say they've had to make lifestyle changes as a result of cost-of-living increases outpacing their benefits, according to a 2025 survey from the ...

On a basic level, the monthly Social Security benefit you're entitled to in retirement is based on your earnings history -- specifically, the amount of money you made during your 35 highest-paid years ...

Tax expert warns retirees about common filing mistakes - The average retiree believes they need $823,800 to retire ...