Many workers could increase their lifetime spending power by $182,000 by delaying Social Security retirement benefits.

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

The Social Security Administration assigns you a full retirement age (FRA) based on your birth year. Claiming under your FRA shrinks your checks by up to 30%. Consider your financial situation and ...

For high earners approaching retirement, the key question is not whether Social Security will matter, but how much it can ...

If you're planning to start claiming Social Security at 65, you've got a few important jobs to do first. Not the least of which is deciding if you really want to file early or wait until your full ...

The standard advice is to hold off, but most retirees claim the benefit as soon as they can, at age 62. Here’s what to know ...

Here are five key factors to consider when evaluating whether retiring at 62 is the right fit.

Social Security is a vital source of income for many retired Americans. But, not every recipient relies heavily on benefits.

With 2026 right around the corner, Social Security recipients are preparing for new policy changes, COLA increases and rising ...

USA TODAY reached out to retirees across the country who are living mostly on Social Security, to ask how they were doing.

New rules are set to be implemented in the Social Security program in 2026, bringing changes to benefits, cost-of-living adjustments (COLA), taxes, and Medicare. These changes are expected to affect ...

The Social Security Administration rewards patience. You can start claiming benefits as early as age 62, but you’ll receive less if you begin before your full retirement age. Full retirement age is ...