I write a column similar to this one every January. But I don't mind plagiarizing myself because it contains a very important ...

For retirement savers and retirees, the new year brings more than the usual inflation adjustments to retirement contributions ...

It's not just your wage history that determines how much money Social Security pays you each month. Your filing age also dictates what your monthly benefits look like. It's important to understand ...

Nearly 70% of U.S. adults receiving Social Security say they've had to make lifestyle changes as a result of cost-of-living increases outpacing their benefits, according to a 2025 survey from the ...

Social Security beneficiaries can claim as early as the age of 62, but can also wait until 70. Filing for retirement benefits at different ages results in payments of different sizes. Most ...