Headed toward retirement age? Learn the pros and cons of claiming Social Security early compared to working longer now.

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to claim Social Security.

The shutdown delayed the Consumer Price Index report used to determine the 2026 Social Security cost-of-living adjustment.

There's a lot to celebrate about Social Security. For one thing, it turned 90 in August -- after being signed into law in 1935 by President Franklin Roosevelt. It remains a critic

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The angsty originators of the quarter-life crisis start to hit 60 this year, and that means some big decisions are ahead for Generation X. The most consequential: when to take Social Security. “Social Security is one of the greatest pieces of your ...

The Social Security Administration will soon be sending out October payments. Here's the delivery schedule: amounts, beneficiaries, and double payment dates.

He was approved for Social Security, and then, just before he gave his notice, was laid off. His severance package covered him until his Social Security payments could start. With four years to go until 65,

In our latest installment of the Project 2025 series, we look at some of the social safety net policy changes sought by Project 2025 and proposed or accomplished by Trump.

The government shutdown is delaying data that impacts the cost-of-living adjustments for millions of Social Security beneficiaries. (Scripps News)