For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Social Security payments will still go out on schedule this month despite the government shutdown - and SSI recipients already ...

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Six major Social Security changes are lining up for 2026, and together they will touch virtually every retiree, worker and family that relies on the program. With a potential $200 monthly increase on ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. FILE - In this photo illustration, a Social Security card sits alongside checks from the U.S. Treasury on Oct. 14, 2021 in ...

It's hard to believe that 2025 is pretty much almost over. But now that we've reached the tail end of the year, it's time to start looking toward 2026. If you're receiving Social Security, you should ...

Are you nearing retirement and considering taking Social Security? There are some key numbers to keep in mind, especially if you want to receive the highest possible monthly check. Most of us ...

Congress enacted a new law in 1983 to ensure Social Security can continue paying full benefits. One aspect of the changes was spaced out over multiple decades, culminating next year. Congress faces a ...

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Age 62 is the earliest age to sign up for Social Security. If your full retirement age is 67, filing at 62 will mean slashing your benefits by 30% for life. If Social Security is extra money for you ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some will receive their November benefits this week. Here's what to know about the upcoming Social Security payments. The ...

Social Security recipients are staring down higher prices for everything from groceries to rent, and for many, the monthly check no longer stretches to the end of the Month. A proposed $200 boost to ...