While choosing the right timing to apply for Social Security retirement benefits can be complicated, the actual process of applying is a lot more straightforward. You can apply for your monthly ...

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...

Facing a job loss just before retirement can be daunting, especially with Social Security claims in the mix. However, the ...

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...

The timing of the first weekend in November requires the SSA to distribute two payments in October. The month's first ...

The Social Security Administration determines the size of the checks you qualify for based on your average monthly earnings ...

If you’re eligible for benefits based on your work record and eligible for spousal benefits, you’ll need to apply for both. The maximum spousal benefit is 50% of your spouse's benefit at full ...

If paying back your benefits isn't an option, you could also suspend Social Security. Once you reach your full retirement age ...

IRS regulations are changing retirement benefits for high-earning workers 50 and older, impacting catch-up contributions and Roth 401(k) plans.

One final limitation is that you cannot claim a spousal benefit until your partner has applied for checks. There is an ...