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

In 2025, Social Security Administration employees were suddenly faced with a heavier workload. Here's how that can impact you when you need help.

Your age at sign up will dictate the size of your Social Security benefit. Spouses can coordinate their claiming strategies to maximize their household benefits. Having the necessary documents at hand ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. This article explains the many Social Security benefits ...