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

A long-standing change to the rules is taking effect in 2026 and affecting when you can claim full Social Security benefits.

Explore the Social Security benefit amounts you can receive at various retirement ages and whether the monthly amount or the lifetime amount matters more to you.

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

According to the Social Security Administration, taking your benefits as early as possible (age 62 for those born after 1960) ...

Social Security rules have some changes in store for 2026, such as tax rules and cost-of-living adjustments. Here's what ...

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

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 ...

Social Security is a major source of income for 74.5M Americans. How far does your check go? See averages by age and gender, ...

Social Security rules can be confusing for seniors, but it's important to know the basics to make informed choices.