When a parent passes away, their minor children may be eligible for Social Security survivor benefits, providing crucial ...

You can begin collecting Social Security retirement benefits as early as ... Under the Submit an application section, click the Apply online button to start your application.

While choosing the right timing to apply for Social Security retirement benefits can be ... until the month after the one you pick in your application. If needed, you can time your first benefit ...

You'll need to provide your Social Security number to receive retirement benefits ... When filling out an application, you'll need to have a copy of your W-2 forms from the prior year.

You can apply online, by telephone or at your local Social Security office. The hard part is deciding when to apply for your Social Security retirement ... you pick in your application.