The year you were born, how much you've worked, and the year you claim your benefits determine how much you receive, but very few will qualify for the maximum benefit.
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that will give qualifying individuals more money and potential back ...
Social Security plays a big role in many Americans' retirement security. In fact, 40% of Americans ages 65 and older rely on ...
Applying early for your Social Security benefits is doable, but the financial hit you're likely to take may make it less ...
Qualifying for Social Security benefits in retirement generally goes something like this: Work and pay taxes on your income.
Investopedia spoke with Isabel Barrow at Edelman Financial Engines to discuss the changes the new Social Security Fairness Law will bring and the impact it could have on retirees.
Your full retirement age depends on when you were born. Those born between 1943 and 1954 reached full retirement age at 66.