This article details Social Security mistakes you'll want to avoid making.

As you might imagine, a program like Social Security is apt to be loaded with rules. And while some are pretty easy to understand, others are more complex. The rules of claiming benefits on your own ...

Social Security's earliest filing age is 62. Find out if reducing your benefits with an early claim could work out for you ...

For those in retirement, getting a bigger Social Security check is a top priority. Here are some of the most effective strategies to make the most of your check.

Maya MacGuineas is president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. She recently wrote an opinion piece for the Carolina Journal, an excerpt of which is below. Few fiscal issues are as ...

Age 62 is the soonest you can sign up for Social Security. Filing that early will reduce your monthly benefits. There are different factors to consider when deciding whether 62 is the right time to ...

Are you nearing retirement and considering taking Social Security? There are some key numbers to keep in mind, especially if you want to receive the highest possible monthly check. Most of us ...