Learn the average Social Security benefit for 75-year-olds, why payments are higher for late claimers, and how to estimate ...

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.

Vermont’s natural beauty may be undeniable, but for retirees living solely on Social Security, the financial reality is harsh ...

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 ...

The government shutdown went into effect Oct. 1, impacting many government agencies deemed non-essential. Social Security payments will continue, but the key data provider for next year's COLA is ...

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