Even if you're in line for the maximum possible benefit, you might be surprised at how much more you can get by waiting.

There are many factors that average American workers weigh when making significant decisions about retirement.One of the ...

Deciding when to begin collecting Social Security benefits isn't an easy decision. Here are some factors to consider.

For more, see how to apply for Social Security benefits for eligible children and how to apply for Social Security Disability ...

Your Social Security statement estimates your future retirement benefits based on current earnings. Working over 35 years and ...

A bipartisan bill called the Social Security Fairness Act has the approval necessary to reverse two provisions lowering ...

The House is expected to try to pass a Social Security-related bill this week to ensure benefits for workers who are also ...

Though President-elect Donald Trump has often promised to protect Social Security, he has not explained exactly how he would ...

However, the rules of Social Security spousal benefits can be a bit complex. Here are a few key things to know about them if you're planning to apply. You might assume that if you're no longer ...

After years of workers not receiving their full Social Security benefits, Congress is voting whether to remove two key ...