Mastering these basics could be just the confidence-booster you need before you apply.

Your full retirement age (FRA) dictates when you become eligible for the full Social Security benefit you've earned. Claiming ...

The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of all seniors whose provisional income -- adjusted gross income ...

Your age at sign up will dictate the size of your Social Security benefit. Spouses can coordinate their claiming strategies to maximize their household benefits. Having the necessary documents at hand ...

If you claimed Social Security before full retirement age, working can affect your benefits.

Here's when you can expect your first payment of the new year. Plus, everything you should know about 2026 changes.

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their December benefits this week. Afterwards, there will be only one more round of disability payments ...

Given that most people's FRA is now 67, it's a good idea for retirees to understand how much the average check at that age is ...