Millions of couples can use spousal benefits to boost their budgets in retirement.

New Social Security rule changes taking effect in 2026 could affect retirement timing, benefits, and cost-of-living ...

The more aware you are of how spousal benefits work, the easier it is to make the most of them.

Social Security has a lot of complicated rules, and it is important for both current and future retirees to understand them. This is especially true when it comes to rules that can affect the amount ...

Many different rules apply that impact Social Security benefits. You need to know the rules so you can make informed choices about your retirement payments. Rules relate to taxes, how much you can ...

Retirees will enjoy a generous new tax break in 2026, courtesy of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Eligible taxpayers who are 65 and over and whose income doesn’t exceed allowable limits will be able ...

Several Social Security and Medicare changes in 2026 are reducing how far retirement income goes. Learn which updates are ...

A lot of people retire and have the goal to never work again. But that’s not always so feasible — or desirable. The reality ...

February 2026 SSDI and Social Security payment dates explained: In 2026, the maximum Social Security benefit reaches $5,181 for high earners retiring at age 70. This February, schedules shift because ...

It's hard to believe that 2025 is pretty much almost over. But now that we've reached the tail end of the year, it's time to start looking toward 2026. If you're receiving Social Security, you should ...

You're not necessarily stuck with a smaller monthly benefit for life.

Social Security has some complicated rules that can affect retirees' finances. One of these rules could mean retirees can't spend some of their Social Security income. Retirees can try to take steps ...