When you're claiming spousal benefits, the maximum you can get is 50% of your spouse's Social Security benefit at their full ...

The Social Security Administration publishes maximum benefits for ages 62, 65, 66, 67, and 70 every year, and updates ...

Being eligible for the maximum amount rests on having high, consistent earnings throughout your career.

The Social Security Administration has been facing an impending insolvency crisis.

Learn about the average Social Security benefit in 2026, how benefits are calculated, and why knowing the average benefit can ...

There are millions of older Americans today who would not be able to get by without their monthly Social Security checks. And ...

Millions of Americans will get the final wave of Social Security payments for the month on January 28, 2026.

Millions of retirees could see smaller Social Security payments in 2026 due to inflation, taxes, Medicare premiums, and ...

Social Security recipients who work after they reach full retirement age (FRA) are free to earn an unlimited amount of money.

While the increased tax savings will feel good for now, it could affect the future of Social Security benefits.

A lot of people rely on Social Security to meet their essential needs in retirement, and that's a totally fine approach. But ...