You've decided that 2025 is the year you're finally going to claim Social Security. Perhaps it's the year you're retiring as well. It's an exciting change, and those monthly benefits can be a big help ...

If you plan on retiring in the near future, you're probably thinking about applying for Social Security benefits. There are several factors to consider before taking the plunge, but knowing the ...

Creating a my Social Security account lets you do many important tasks online. Your claiming age has a significant effect on the size of your monthly checks. You cannot claim Social Security until you ...

There are several important decisions to make about your Social Security benefits. You decide how many years you work and which jobs you work at. You also choose when you sign up. All these choices ...

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 ...

When it comes to Social Security, a common misconception is that only those who have a traditional job can claim monthly ...

Dear Liz: Your recent column on the divorced couple where the ex-wife can apply for Social Security benefits has me wondering about my own benefits. I’m 60 and my husband is 79. Can I get his Social ...

Choose your claiming age carefully and understand how this affects the size of your benefit. It's best to apply several months in advance of when you hope to claim. Gather your documents ahead of time ...

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 ...

You're almost there. Make sure you're ready to claim benefits by taking these key steps ASAP. You're nearly ready to claim Social Security. You already know when you want to receive your first check.

When you sign up determines the size of the check you qualify for, along with your income history from your working years. You can apply as early as age 62, but that's considered claiming early, and ...