Americans hope to see major changes to Social Security in 2025
The shift toward 401(k)s and the skyrocketing cost of living caused by inflation has forced many seniors to depend on their Social Security payments. Most Americans underestimate
Younger retirees depend mostly on Social Security. Is it enough to live on?
The decline of pensions as a source of retirement income leaves newly minted retirees in a precarious position: They are potentially more dependent on Social Security to make ends meet.  New research from an employee benefit nonprofit seems to provide a stark illustration of that trend.
3 Little-Known Social Security Rules All Married Retirees Should Know
Spousal benefits are worth up to one-half of what your partner qualifies for at their FRA. You can claim these benefits early, but you lose 25/36th of 1% per month for up to 36 months and five-twelfths of 1% per month thereafter. There's also no delayed retirement credit for applying for spousal benefits after your FRA.
How Much Will Social Security Pay Me in Retirement? Here’s How to Estimate Your Monthly Check
If you’re like most seniors, you’ll rely on  Social Security to provide a good portion of your income once you retire. But, it can be hard to figure out exactly what role Social Security will play in supporting you if you don’t know how much money you’ll get from the benefits program.
First round of February Social Security payments goes out in 3 days
Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month, and the following waves go out in the subsequent weeks.
A divorced couple considers retying the knot to maximize Social Security payments
After a divorce, a couple reconciles but doesn't remarry. Should they retie the knot to maximize Social Security payments?
3 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2025
Without Social Security, millions of Americans would be living below the poverty line. With it, many don't -- even though the average monthly retirement benefit of $1,975 (as of December) is not all that huge.
Millions of Americans Not Receiving Social Security Benefits
1 Social Security move every single worker should make in 2025
Whether you're retiring in 2025 or still have decades left, it's wise to ensure you know exactly how Social Security will fit ...
Three Ways to Plan Now for a Social Security Shortfall Later
The outlook for Social Security is gloomy, but you can save now to protect against benefit cuts in the future. If the cuts ...
Social Security: The Stealth Way You May Be Getting Double Taxed
The problem is that depending on your income, you may also be paying taxes on your Social Security benefits as a retiree. And ...
Social Security funding crisis looms as baby boomers retire
Social Security gets the bulk of its funding from payroll taxes. And while that revenue stream is set to continue, in the coming years, it will shrivel as baby boomers exit the labor force in droves.
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Social Security Fairness Act Checklist: Six Things to Know
Be aware that all other Social Security laws and policies, such as benefit reductions for claiming benefits before the full retirement age (FRA) ands the annual earnings test, still apply.
Planning to Work While Claiming Social Security Early? Brace Yourself for This.
You can't claim Social Security retirement benefits until you turn 62, but there's no rule saying you have to be retired to do so. The Social Security Administration assigns everyone a full retirement ...