To plan smart for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.

In 2025, the maximum monthly Social Security benefit is $5,108 per month. It's not 100% clear exactly how large the maximum monthly benefit will be in 2026, but based on current estimates of benefit ...

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

For most retirees, Social Security provides a reliable foundation for their finances. But while those benefits can help cover the essentials, the benefit checks that retirees receive, which average ...

See the full 2026 Social Security payment schedule, including dates by birthdate, early exceptions, and key rules that ...

Another good reason to claim Social Security at 62 is if you're in poor health and don't expect to live a long life. Filing ...

Retirement planning can feel like a balancing act, especially with the cost of living still climbing and interest rates fluctuating. And, with other hurdles like stock market volatility still looming, ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) just announced a major update. Starting this summer, Americans with a "My Social Security" account will be able to access their digital Social Security number ...

Taxation of Social Security benefits has been in the news lately, with the passage of a temporary tax deduction as part of the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act. The bill includes a deduction of $6,000 for ...

The maximum Social Security benefit will be increasing in 2026. If you want to max out your benefits, you need to earn a high salary. You also need to make sure you have a plan to delay your benefits ...