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

For those approaching retirement, there are several steps to take before applying for Social Security benefits. Pre-retirees should be familiar with the benefit options available to them ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some may have begun receiving smaller checks.

Like spouses, your children can't claim on your work record until you sign up for Social Security. So this might be a reason ...

Getting divorced not only involves an emotional change, but also a financial one. In the United States, divorce can affect your Social Security benefits, and failing to act could cost you dearly.

Paper checks are considerably costlier than electronic fund transfers (EFTs). Whereas a paper check costs the U.S. government ...

The Social Security Administration said Monday that it will accelerate the disability application process for people suffering from 13 health conditions not previously listed on its Compassionate ...

Now, Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Arizona, introduced a bill on Thursday — titled the You Earn It, You Keep it Act — to eliminate ...