Social Security faces funding challenges, but most benefits aren’t vanishing. Here’s what to expect—and how to plan—based on your age.

Social Security assists retired and disabled workers and their families, distributing funds based on earned credits and work history. Eligibility for benefits extends to spouses, children, and ...

The news about the Social Security trust funds has been dire for years. As lifespans lengthen, many retirees now claim benefits far longer than they did in the past, and there are not enough workers ...

The federal safety net for Americans with disabilities could be out of reach for hundreds of thousands of older people under a proposal from Donald Trump’s administration. The Social Security ...

If you're married or divorced, you could be entitled to spousal benefits in addition to any retirement benefits based on your own work record. But if your marital status changes in retirement, it ...

Social Security and SSI payment schedule November 2025 brings a key update for millions. SSI checks arrive early on October ...

Checks will keep coming, but retirees should brace for delays in key services like replacement cards and customer support during the shutdown. With the government shutdown now a reality, retirees and ...

Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, some may have begun receiving smaller checks. However, the payments should arrive on schedule nonetheless. September's ...

If you check those three boxes, you're eligible to receive up to 50% of your spouse's primary insurance amount (PIA), which ...