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 ...

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

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. U.S. Social Security card designs over the past several decades are shown in this photo illustration in 2017. Will 2025 be the ...

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Q: I am going to retire at the end of this year and would like to start my Social Security benefits in January. When is the best time to apply? A: Now is the time to prepare. We recommend you apply ...

This week I try to address some of the questions that have been raised during these unusual times for federal retirement planning and decision-making. There have been a lot of questions from employees ...