One age within the traditional claiming range -- 62 through 70 -- offers a superior probability of maximizing lifetime Social ...

If you're getting your Social Security checks at the earliest age possible, your average benefit may be lower than you'd ...

Spousal benefits are calculated based on a spouse's work history instead of the claimant's work record. If you were a lower ...

Your full retirement age (FRA) is when you're eligible to receive your base monthly Social Security benefit, called the ...

Dreaming of early retirement? These 4 Social Security steps can help you retire before 67 without sacrificing your financial ...