The maximum monthly Social Security check is currently $5,108, or $61,296 annually. Here's the salary you need to claim the ...

New Social Security rules could mean you get more—or less—in each benefit check next year. Here’s how to calculate the amount.

Learn more about how to work in retirement without reducing your Social Security benefits, and discover how income limits and ...

Blank years in your Social Security record could lower your benefits. Learn how spotting them early can help you retire smarter—and boost your future payout.

The path to maximum Social Security benefits isn't as straightforward as many people believe. While most workers understand ...

Social Security retirees can choose to claim benefits at different ages. When they decide to claim will impact how much in benefits they receive. There are other factors impacting how much they can ...

There's a huge difference in benefits for beneficiaries claiming as soon as possible versus those waiting a few years.

Pop quiz: How much money do you expect to collect when you start receiving Social Security retirement benefits? If you're like the vast majority of people, you don't know that number off the top of ...

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...