Dear Rusty: I just turned 65 years old in February 2025. I need to sign up for Social Security but don’t even know where to start. Signed: Seeking Assistance Dear Seeking: It is fairly easy to sign up ...

In 8 years, I will qualify for an average Social Security income. I have no retirement saved and am not a homeowner but I ...

Many people are mentally ready to start receiving Social Security checks long before they become eligible for them at 62. But wanting checks and actually applying for them are two separate things. If ...

Social Security problems can be solved online, over the phone or via an in-person appointment. People can apply for most benefits online as well as check the status of their application, change direct ...

You may think you've done all you can to maximize your Social Security benefits. You worked hard for decades. You increased your income over your career. Now you're staring at the application screen ...

The SSA's final October payments went out this week, and some beneficiaries will see two deposits in October - including an early SSI payment on Oct. 31 - before the next checks arrive in November.

Surviving family members are responsible for reporting the death of a beneficiary to the Social Security Administration. The report is crucial before applying for survivor benefits for eligible family ...

Dear Rusty: I just turned 65 years old in February 2025. I need to sign up for Social Security but don't even know where to start. Signed: Seeking Assistance You may already be aware that age 65 is ...