Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can collect 100% of their benefits.

Understanding your full retirement age (FRA) is crucial for maximizing Social Security benefits. It marks the age at which you can claim 100% of your earned benefits without reductions or delays. As ...

You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age you do it at can have a big impact on collecting Social Security ...

In 2026, there are some significant changes to Social Security. Whether you’re thinking about retiring next year or just trying to plan ahead, it’s important to stay on top of the new rules affecting ...

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

In 2026, a decades-old rule is set to push the threshold higher for when retirees can receive their full benefits. The full ...

If you haven't reached your full retirement age yet, your Social Security check could take a hit, depending on how much you ...

Many people have no clue what their Social Security benefits will actually be when they've clocked out of work for the last time — and that's a problem. While these benefits might replace only 40% of ...

13 years ago, the SSA introduced a site where you could find all your Social Security information in one place. This site makes it easy to see how much more you'll need to save or invest to meet your ...