The analysis found that the best states to retire are largely in the Mountain West, Upper Midwest and Northeast. These ...

The federal government taxes the Social Security benefits of all seniors whose provisional income -- adjusted gross income ...

On the one hand, a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, is larger than the 2.5% raise seniors got in 2025. On the other ...

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 ...

If you receive Social Security benefits in 2026, there are several changes to the program that will impact your payments.

Many retirees are unprepared for the switch from saving to spending. Here’s how to turn your retirement savings into steady, ...

The average Social Security check ranges from $1,814 to $2,196 by state, but higher payments don't always mean an easier ...

In these sun-soaked, welcoming beachside cities, retired couples can live the good life on a monthly budget of $3,208 or ...

Having a million-dollar nest egg along with your Social Security means different things in different states, and in different ...

There are millions of older Americans today who collect monthly benefits from Social Security. And not surprisingly, there ...

Once you retire, there’s a good chance you’ll need your monthly Social Security income to manage your senior living costs.

When you turn 62, you become eligible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most financial experts strongly advise that you ...