Married couples usually receive two Social Security checks. That could mean two retired-worker benefits, or one ...

A recent law means widows and dependents may qualify for higher Social Security payments and even back pay if they take ...

There is probably nothing I am asked more often than some version of this question: “When should I file for my Social Security?” But as I’ve said repeatedly in this column, I am not a financial ...

Social Security is an important part of retirement planning for many Americans. If you’re thinking about retiring soon, ...