Mastering these basics could be just the confidence-booster you need before you apply.

If you plan on retiring in the near future, you're probably thinking about applying for Social Security benefits. There are several factors to consider before taking the plunge, but knowing the ...

Can you apply for Social Security online? The answer to that question is you betcha. The Social Security administration welcomes applications online, in person, and even over the phone. To do so in ...

This week’s column will answer a variety of questions related to the ever-popular “black hole” of retirement processing. As this has been a recurring topic, you will see references to other articles ...

Choose your claiming age carefully and understand how this affects the size of your benefit. It's best to apply several months in advance of when you hope to claim. Gather your documents ahead of time ...

Q: I will be 65 years old soon. Do I have to wait for my Medicare until age 70 if I am going to wait until age 70 to start my retirement benefit? A: Even if you have decided to wait until after you ...

Americans think $1.26 million is the ideal amount to have saved for retirement. What would that kind of money mean for your ...

It is that time of the year when many federal employees, as well as retirees, must make some important decisions regarding their federal retirement and insurance benefits. I thought it might be a good ...

When you sign up determines the size of the check you qualify for, along with your income history from your working years. You can apply as early as age 62, but that's considered claiming early, and ...