How much will Social Security really pay you in retirement?

A new Social Security Administration report shows how benefits vary by age and lifetime earnings, and why higher earners ...

The time to start voting about Social Security is now

Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget warns Social Security will become insolvent ...

Here's the Average Social Security Benefit of 62-Year-Old Americans (How Do You Compare?)

Here's the average Social Security benefit for 62-year-olds, how early claiming affects your check, and what to consider before you start collecting benefits.
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Houston SSA Insider Sentenced For Milking $3.3 Million From Dead Men’s Benefits

A Houston Social Security insider who turned his access to government records into a $3.3 million fraud machine was sentenced ...

Is 70 Really the Best Age to Claim Social Security?

Deciding when to claim Social Security is one of the most important financial choices many Americans will make in retirement.

Is Waiting Until Age 70 to Claim Social Security Benefits the Best Financial Move?

Waiting to claim Social Security benefits until age 70 would maximize your retirement income and secure a stronger financial future. But for many retirees, it's not an option.

Married? Here's how to tell if you're eligible for spousal Social Security benefits

You might qualify for more than you think.
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Social Security Claws Back Cash From Families Long After The Funeral

Survivors report surprise Social Security bills demanding repayment of deceased relatives' benefits. Here's what to know and ...

What happens to your Social Security benefit when your spouse dies?

Social Security survivors benefits can be an important source of financial stability after your partner passes away.