Claiming spousal Social Security benefits? 5 rules every retired couple needs to know first

Millions of couples can use spousal benefits to boost their budgets in retirement.

Married? Here's how to tell if you're eligible for spousal Social Security benefits

You might qualify for more than you think.

Spousal Social Security Benefits: 5 Things All Retired Couples Should Know

This could be the better route for millions of couples.
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Applying for Spousal Social Security Benefits in 2026? Here's What You Need to Know.

Spousal benefits are available to current spouses and some ex-spouses of qualifying workers. Claiming early can reduce your spousal benefit by up to 35%. You'll only get a spousal benefit if it's ...

Is Waiting Until Age 70 to Claim Social Security Benefits the Best Financial Move?

Waiting to claim Social Security benefits until age 70 would maximize your retirement income and secure a stronger financial future. But for many retirees, it's not an option.

Social Security benefits are still taxed in some states. Why there's a push to change that

President Donald Trump has touted "no tax on Social Security" with the addition of a new senior deduction. Some states still ...

Are You Beating the Average Social Security Benefit?

The average benefit has reached a historic high, but it may not go as far as you'd hoped.

February's Social Security disability payments start arriving this week; See 2026 schedule

Here's when Social Security and SSI checks arrive for February, how much benefits have risen and what new tax and repayment ...
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The Social Security "Raise" Most Retirees Miss: How Working After Claiming Can Boost Your Benefit

Working after starting to collect Social Security benefits before the full retirement age can temporarily reduce benefits. However, working can also potentially boost Social Security benefits thanks ...