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 ...

Q. I'm considering retirement in January. If I do, when should I file for Social Security? A. Applying three months before you want benefits to start generally is plenty of time. To apply for ...

Social Security retirement benefits aren't automatic. You can apply up to four months before you want them to start. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Your Social Security benefit is based on your income during your 35 highest-earning years. The longer you wait to apply for Social Security, the larger your checks will be, until you qualify for your ...

When you hear about Social Security benefits, you're usually hearing about the retired worker benefits available to seniors ...

A look at common retirement-processing snags, what causes delays and where OPM’s newer systems fit into the picture.

Social Security is about to get less forgiving for new retirees. Starting with people who first claim benefits in 2026, the ...

One of a financial advisor’s most difficult and important roles is helping a client through the challenges of losing a spouse. In addition to the grief of dealing with the death of a loved one, there ...

Last week, we looked at three former federal employees who all made the same error when completing form RI 92-19, FERS Application for Deferred or Postponed ...