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SSI recipients are advised to understand what the early deposit represents and budget accordingly to avoid hardship in ...

Beneficiaries who were born between the 1st and 10th day of their birth month are set to receive their monthly Social Security benefit on Wednesday, Dec. 10, according to the SSA’s payment calendar.

Every couple of years, I like to cover a topic that confuses almost everyone. And that confusion comes at a time when they ...

Retirees become eligible to claim Social Security benefits at age 62, but the timing of when you claim can drastically impact ...

Every couple of years, I like to cover a topic that confuses almost everyone. And that confusion comes at a time when they ...

Many retirees think once they file for Social Security, the decision is final — but a little-known rule could let you reverse ...

To plan smart for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.

I'm 67, a federal employee, and will claim Social Security at 70 in 2028. I reached full retirement age this past spring, with monthly benefits totaling $2,642. As it stands, the monthly benefit I ...

Pickerd, who lives in Butler, Pennsylvania, not far from Pittsburgh, filed for a waiver but had to cease treatments for her ...

Do you know about this clever trick that could mean increasing your monthly Social Security checks? Learn how this "do-over" can help your retirement plan.

Analysis of the 2.8% COLA, 2026 Medicare premiums, and IRMAA cliffs. Plus, a year-end checklist to maximize your benefits and minimize taxes.