Social Security Alerts, News & Updates

Social Security Alerts, News & Updates

Retirement Benefits

Browse expert commentary on Social Security retirement benefits and strategies for maximizing your entitlements.

Illustration showing the decision between claiming Social Security benefits at age 62 versus age 67

When to Claim Social Security: The 62 vs. 67 Decision

May 3, 2025

Chart illustrating the best age to claim Social Security spousal benefits for maximizing income

When to Claim Social Security Spousal Benefits for Maximum Income

April 29, 2025

Illustration showing Medicare eligibility at 65 and advice on when to claim Social Security benefits

Medicare at 65 Doesn’t Mean You Should Claim Social Security Yet

April 22, 2025

Graph showing Social Security benefits falling short as a retirement safety net

Social Security Falls Short as Retirement Safety Net

April 20, 2025

Social Security boost reaching millions as April 2025 payments begin

Social Security Boost Reaches Millions as April Payments Begin

April 17, 2025

Graph showing the widening social security gap as retirement costs increase

Social Security Gap Widens as Retirement Costs Surge

April 1, 2025

Graph showing Social Security covering 42 percent of retirement costs

Social Security Covers Just 42% of Retirement Costs

April 1, 2025

Illustration of social security benefits concept to boost retirement income

Social Security Benefits: Smart Moves to Boost Your Retirement Income

March 23, 2025

Illustration showing the importance of timing in social security for early retirement planning

Early Retirement Dreams? Social Security Timing Matters Most

March 23, 2025

Social Security benefits helping families beyond retirement aid

Social Security Lifts Families Beyond Retirement Aid

March 11, 2025

Social Security 2026 COLA increase of 2.3 percent leaving retirees struggling financially

2025 Social Security COLA: What the 2.5% Increase Means for Retirees

March 6, 2025

Social Security agency offering $25,000 buyouts as part of major overhaul

Social Security’s $25,000 Buyout Program: Worth It?

March 2, 2025

Social Security full retirement age is now 67 for baby boomers

Social Security Age Now 67: What Boomers Need to Know

February 28, 2025

Cover image for Stories With My Valentine by Tom Margenau featuring social security theme

Social Security Expert Shares Marriage Wisdom After 50 Years

February 12, 2025

Calendar highlighting Social Security check dates for February 2025

Social Security February 2024 Payment Schedule: Key Dates

February 9, 2025

Younger retirees reviewing Social Security benefits and financial planning

Social Security Now Primary Income as Pensions Vanish

February 6, 2025

Social Security break-even calculator helping users maximize their benefits

Social Security Break-Even Calculator: Maximize Your Benefits

February 2, 2025

Graph showing 69 percent of people in the United States expecting an increase in retirement age related to social security

70% of Americans Expect Social Security Retirement Age to Rise

February 2, 2025

Social Security $1,976 payments eligibility and distribution dates explained

Social Security Payments: $1,976 Average Benefit in February 2024

February 1, 2025

Social Security changes under Trump administration important for seniors

Social Security Under Trump: Key Changes Seniors Should Know

February 1, 2025