Reaching retirement age without the necessary 40 Social Security credits can be daunting. However, understanding the system ...

I recently shared insights on how Social Security payments are calculated, aiming to help readers grasp the process and better plan for retirement. In this piece, I detail the four-step process used ...

I recently examined the topic of Social Security and a common misconception that affects many individuals planning for retirement. This discussion examines why some individuals opt to claim Social ...

Social Security can feel overwhelming and complicated at times. Using these calculators and tools will help you better plan for your retirement spending and saving. Are you ahead, or behind on ...

Millions rely on Social Security for their livelihood in retirement, and given how little working Americans are setting aside in retirement savings, it's likely that dependence on Social Security will ...

Social Security is America’s most expensive program, accounting for more than one in five dollars in the federal budget. A perennial political hot-button topic, Social Security is subject to political ...

Americans love Social Security, but there's a stark generational divide on who should pay for it, a Cato survey shows.