Her focus is reporting on Social Security, other government benefits and personal finance. She has previously extensively ...

If you take Social Security at age 62, you’ll need to consider how to pay for health care until you can sign up for Medicare ...

Not everyone is entitled to the full State Pension, and the amount you receive might not be enough for you to live on.

Overall, 52% of Americans say they worry a “great deal” about the Social Security system, up from 43% in 2024, according to ...

Social Security changes are coming — from raising the full retirement age to potential benefit suspensions. Here’s what you need to know to protect your monthly check.

The SSA will enforce stricter rules affecting benefit payments for 72.5mn Americans. Beneficiaries must report personal changes to avoid delays in payments.

Janice’s husband died suddenly last year after having a stroke. The couple were a few years away from retirement. Janice, 62, ...

Social Security’s retirement benefits are a crucial source of income for older Americans, and many people look forward to the ...

Choosing when to begin receiving Social Security benefits is one of the most important financial decisions retirees face. While many people opt to start collecting at the earlie ...

As of May 2025, over 55 million people receive Social Security retirement benefits, with most relying on them for most or all ...

One spouse may be a big spender while the other likes to save. One might be a homebody while their partner wants to travel.