To claim the maximum spousal benefit, you must apply at your FRA. You can claim as early as 62, but doing so will shrink your ...

Planning for retirement is one of the most important financial decisions you'll ever make. As you approach retirement age, gaining a clear understanding of your Social Security benefits is essential ...

Married couples can sometimes qualify for extra benefits in the form of spousal Social Security. These benefits can be ...

A spouse can often claim Social Security benefits that provide a portion of their partner's benefit. Divorced spouses and those whose partners have died can also qualify for this provision. How much ...

Navigating the U.S. tax system can be daunting, especially when it comes to understanding the benefits available to you. One ...

Social Security benefits form the core of income for many retirees. The trust fund may be depleted by 2033, reducing future benefits. Social Security benefits have lost 20% of their buying power since ...

A record number of Americans are turning 65 years old each year through 2027, but to receive full Social Security benefits, that’s not quite old enough. In 1983, Congress passed a law to gradually ...

It is that time of the year when many federal employees, as well as retirees, must make some important decisions regarding their federal retirement and insurance benefits. I thought it might be a good ...

Many of you may be mulling whether or not to leave federal employment under the Jan. 28 “Fork in the Road” offer from the Office of Personnel Management. If you are eligible for retirement, you may ...