It's not a given that you'll qualify for Social Security in retirement. A big rule change could pose a problem for some ...

Understanding how Social Security spousal benefits work is crucial for maximizing your family’s retirement income.

Millions of married and divorced Americans are eligible for Social Security spousal benefits — but most never claim them.

Married couples can maximize their Social Security benefits by understanding these seven important rules about spousal, ...

Some married couples can maximize Social Security benefits when the lower-earning spouse files for benefits first, even ...

My wife is 76, born in 1948. She retired at full retirement age and currently collects $1,076 per month. I will be retiring ...

The Social Security Administration assigns you a full retirement age (FRA) based on your birth year. Yours is 67 if you were ...

Test your knowledge on concepts like the primary insurance amount (PIA), claiming age reductions and the rules for divorced ...

You may be familiar with the basics of Social Security spousal benefits: Essentially, you can qualify for up to 50% of your spouse's primary insurance amount (i.e., their benefit at age 67 if they ...

Discover 4 little-known Social Security rules that can significantly increase your retirement benefits, ensuring a more ...

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