Key Points Social Security benefits vary by age, earnings history, and when you start claiming. Waiting longer to claim can lead to higher monthly payments. Taxes and retirement savings affect how ...

Retirees in Massachusetts face steep financial challenges if they plan to rely solely on Social Security. The typical retiree in Massachusetts faces an annual shortfall of $7,345, or about $612 per ...

No, there is no limit on married couples’ total Social Security benefits, and no penalty for being married. You do not have to divorce to maximize your benefits.

Age 62 is the earliest someone can claim Social Security, while 67 years is considered the full-retirement age (FRA) for those born in 1960 or later. However, the monthly check is about 30% smaller if ...

While Social Security benefits continue to arrive as promised, some Social Security services have been suspended for the time being. Due to the government shutdown, the 2026 COLA announcement may be ...

The government shutdown could delay Social Security's 2026 COLA announcement, but your benefits and January raise are safe. Here's what to expect.