Social Security recipients can't file their taxes without this form. Here's how to get a copy of yours. Tony Robbins warns ...

The average retiree would collect about 9% more retirement income from Social Security if they claimed their benefits at an ...

If you're 70-years-old or older, apply for Social Security now to ensure you receive the benefits you're owed, even if you're ...

The Social Security Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. It is a tax form we mail to you every ...

Whether you’re planning for retirement or already enjoying it, we have plenty of resources on public pension programs, planning tools, and tips to help you make the most of your retirement, no matter ...

Your personal my Social Security account is here for you at every stage of your life. You don’t have to be retired or even ...

It’s that time of year again: time to gather the documents you need for filing your federal income taxes if you haven’t ...

There aren't many social programs in the U.S. that have had as much of a positive impact as Social Security retirement benefits. For most recipients, it's a well-earned benefit after years of ...

As a general rule of thumb, Social Security benefits are designed to replace about 40% of pre-retirement income. It will be more if you were a lower earner, or less if you are a higher earner.

Social Security benefits are based on your earning history. Your age when you claim benefits impacts whether you receive your standard benefit or whether it is reduced or increased. If your spouse ...

Income gaps in the working world continue once you start collecting Social Security retirement benefits, although on a smaller scale. Benefits are based on the amount of money you earn during your ...