Overall, 52% of Americans say they worry a “great deal” about the Social Security system, up from 43% in 2024, according to ...

Social Security claims are surging in 2025. Here’s what’s driving the increase—and why claiming early could hurt your ...

The Social Security Administration faces a funding crisis that will see the agency run out of money for full payments by the mid-2030s.

But based on current trends, the trust fund will run out ... According to economist Laurence Kotlikoff, 94% of Americans file for Social Security benefits at the wrong time. At what cost?

One historical trend points to a higher Social Security ... The Number of Retirees Filing for Social Security Is Surging Under President Donald Trump -- and It's an Ominous Warning ...

But when it comes to average Americans, the president and his allies in Congress are fine with making it harder to file your taxes ... Americans applying for Social Security to visit offices ...

On a basic level, the monthly Social Security benefit you're entitled to in retirement is based on your earnings history -- ...

Spike in early Social Security claims this year points to growing concerns about the health of the Social Security system, ...

So today, I’m going to write yet another column about that topic — and the related issue of how to file for Social Security benefits. But first, let me clarify the “when to file” part.

Midweek, especially Tuesday through Thursday, is often the best time to apply for Social Security benefits. These days, there tends to be lighter traffic, meaning shorter wait times and quicker ...

96% of Americans lose an average of $111,000 in their Social Security income due to mistakes made while filing for benefits, according to Forbes. There are over 2,700 rules in the Social Security ...