One organization warns that a dual-earning couple retiring in 2033 could experience a Social Security trust fund cut of ...

The change will primarily affect a small group of beneficiaries who have not made the switch to electronic payment methods ...

The program gave birth to the idea of retirement and covers nearly all Americans — but now it faces major financial and customer service challenges.

Despite being eligible for maximum Social Security benefits, Donald Trump has yet to claim them. This decision highlights a ...

The decrease was not driven by Americans earning less, but was instead attributed to a reduction in Social Security payments.

After months of avoiding details about a divisive plan to end birthright citizenship, President Donald Trump’s administration ...

Social Security is a vital financial safety net for over 66 million people across the United States. In April, the average Social Security check among 52.6 million retired workers was $1,999.97 ...

In these high cost-of-living states, benefits run out in under 10 days’ time. Social Security covers no more than 21 days each month for individuals before it runs out in every state.

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — AARP New York recently celebrated Social Security’s 90th anniversary with a pizza party at Staten ...

Out of the 69.6 million Social Security beneficiaries in the United States, nearly 17 million get other types of benefits, such as survivors' benefits, spousal benefits and disability benefits.

The challenge If you've ever looked at a paycheck and wondered what FICA stands for, it's the Federal Insurance Contributions Act. Of your gross wages, 6.2% goes into FICA to pay for Social ...

Fortunately, 41 states don't tax Social Security. Knowing where your state stands on this issue can help you make the best retirement decisions. Image source: Getty Images.