You're allowed to sign up for Social Security at any point once you turn 62. You'll face a reduction in benefits for claiming ...

Financial pros say you should plan for a reduction in Social Security benefits, even if it never ends up happening.

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Your retirement planning likely includes getting income from the Social Security Administration, but the age at which you ...

Timing your Social Security claim can boost your benefits by thousands. Here's how to decide what's right for you.

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Trying to keep up with changes can be a lot to digest, but focusing on the most impactful can help you stay informed without being overwhelmed.

This month's payment was distributed in August due to Sept. 1 being Labor Day, as the SSA doesn't issue payments on federal ...

If you're a Social Security enthusiast (there must be some!), you may know that as of July, the average monthly Social ...

Claiming Social Security at 62 comes with big penalties that could cost you a lot of money over your lifetime.