Social Security

The Social Security trust fund will be able to pay out benefits for a year longer than prior estimates, the Treasury Department said.

Making higher earners pay more into Social Security is a popular idea with many Americans. Here’s how such a change could work.

When Congress eventually takes steps to repair Social Security’s solvency, it may raise the retirement age. Here’s what that could mean for benefits.

The tax return that’s used to determine whether you pay extra for Medicare premiums may not accurately reflect your income when you retire.

President Joe Biden’s 2023 budget could help fund service improvements for Social Security. Some groups had hoped to see more in the president’s proposal.

Inflation jumped 7.9% in February. That may have retirees on a fixed income concerned about getting by or running out of savings during their golden years.

There are many resources to which retirees worried about meeting their bills amid inflation can turn. Here are some of them.

Tom Brady retired for 40 days before deciding to give it a go for another season playing for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Other retirees could take his lead.

Record high inflation could mean an even bigger boost for Social Security beneficiaries next year, according to one early estimate.

Fraudsters prey on fear to get people to cough up money. Here’s what to watch out for and how you can help stop these schemes.

The age you claim Social Security largely determines the size of your monthly checks. But there are still ways you can boost that benefit payout.

Newly redesigned online benefit statements may hold key information for boosting your Social Security retirement benefits.

The Social Security Administration is poised to reopen its offices this spring. Some beneficiaries and applicants say they need answers to questions now.

Although your income may drop when you retire, you could face higher Medicare premiums if your most recent tax return shows income above a set threshold.

There are thousands of public and private programs available to seniors struggling and living only off their Social Security.

Harvard economist Laurence Kotlikoff shares the money benefits of marrying your long-term partner — and how to make sure you don’t fall victim to an expensive divorce settlement.

Tax-free muni bond interest may trigger a costly surprise for high-income retirees with Medicare premium hikes.

There are thousands of rules for claiming Social Security benefits. Knowing the ins and outs for your situation can improve your whole family’s income.

For most Americans, retiring early is one of the worst financial mistakes that they’ll end up regretting, according to a Harvard economist. The reason, he says, is simple: People are bad at saving money.

It’s easy to lose sight of your retirement goals while juggling day-to-day financial responsibilities. But the steps you take now could add up big later on.