The Latest Breaking News from Social Security

When a person becomes eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance, it's often seen as a financial lifeline. But in some cases, the benefits can create unexpected challenges — especially when they affect access to other types of assistance. That's exactly what one stage 4 cancer patient in Minnesota is facing.

Are you worried you won't be able to retire at 67? Discover why delaying retirement could boost your income, reduce risk and lead to a more fulfilling future.

A new report argues that Democrats cannot afford to write off working-class Trump voters or rely solely on ideological purity

Social Security has become a make-or-break income source for a swelling share of Americans even as the program barrels toward insolvency, an anniversary survey by AARP warns.

Retirement should be a time to relax, not worry about taxes. But for many, state tax laws can turn a comfortable retirement into a financial headache. Some states tax retirement income in ways that catch people off guard. In a few places, you might even pay taxes on the same…

Do you know who can garnish your monthly Social Security benefit? Or take the funds from your bank account? Learn how to protect your benefits from creditors.

Online security is more tenuous given the rise of AI. Arm yourself against internet criminals with these tips to strengthen online security.

If you’re over 60, chances are you’ve become a target for fraudsters looking to exploit your hard-earned savings. As retirees settle into what should be...

To keep Social Security solvent without cutting benefits would require a massive hike in payroll taxes, which would fall entirely on working Americans.

When his wife passed away in early January, a Maryland man knew he'd eventually have to apply for her Social Security survivor benefits. What he didn't expect was that more than six months later, he'd still be waiting.

Retirement is one of life’s biggest milestones, but many people approach it with a false sense of security. Having a 401(k) or Social Security benefits...