Outliving your retirement savings is one of the most common retirement-related fears, and it's easy to see why. If you aren't ...

The Social Security Administration announced a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2026. Starting in January, the ...

To receive spousal benefits as a divorced individual, the marriage must have lasted 10 years, the person claiming must be at least 62 (or caring for a child age 15 or younger, or for a child of any ...

The average retired worker collects around $2,013 per month in Social Security benefits, according to November 2025 data from the Social Security Administration. In 2026, however, it will be possible ...

Social Security payment amounts are determined by several factors, including age of retirement and the amount paid into Social Security.

Workers contributing to Social Security will also see changes to payroll tax limits. In 2026, the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security taxes will increase from $176,100 to $184,500, ...

Learn how working impacts Social Security benefits. Understand the earning limits, potential reductions, and strategies to ...

For decades, Social Security was built around the idea that most Americans would spend a meaningful stretch of life in retirement. That assumption is now being quietly tested. The full retirement age ...

I called the Social Security office, as well as went with my husband when he went to collect his Social Security. Because I work full-time (at about $800/week), they said I could not file for my ...

Those nearing retirement have plenty to think about. Having enough money to live off of in one’s old age is an important factor to consider. But for those with extra capital to spend, deciding how ...

Nine states levy a tax on Social Security benefits, down from last year. Is yours one? Here's what you need to know.