Before applying for Social Security, consider when you want to begin receiving benefits and know your options.

Social Security is an important part of retirement planning for many Americans. If you’re thinking about retiring soon, you’ll need to know how to apply for Social Security retirement benefits ...

More than 50% of all prospective retirees now file for their Social Security benefits online, according to the Social Security Administration. That's a safe and efficient option even for people ...

There are two ways to apply for Social Security retirement benefits. When you apply for benefits has no impact on how you file to claim your benefits.

Federal employees older than 70 may be leaving thousands on the table. Find out if you or your spouse are missing Social ...

Whether you retire at age 62 or delay your benefits past your full retirement age, the process of applying for Social Security benefits is the same.