Jan 12, 2026 · Earning Social Security benefits depends on several factors including how long you worked, your age, and how you pay taxes. Find out if you are eligible.

Oct 10, 2018 · The credit amounts are adjusted annually for inflation. You become eligible to collect Social Security retirement benefits at age 62. You can check on your eligibility, earnings history and …

Jan 15, 2026 · Learn the rules of Social Security Spousal benefits and how to maximize your monthly payments based on your spouse's or ex-spouse’s earnings.

Get answers to all your top Social Security questions, whether you're looking to secure benefits for retirement, disability, or your family.

Dive into the key factors that shape your Social Security benefits as you prepare for retirement, from early-filing penalties to cost-of-living adjustments.

Apr 28, 2025 · A checklist of who is eligible to claim Social Security survivor benefits, which are calculated on the basis of a late loved one’s lifetime earnings.

Nov 20, 2025 · Social Security relies on the surplus in its two trust funds, one for retirement and survivor benefits and the other for disability benefits, to meet its annual payment obligations.

Oct 10, 2018 · Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, is a federal benefit program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides safety-net financial support for people in need. You may …

Oct 10, 2018 · To qualify for retirement benefits, you need 40 Social Security work credits. You earn these credits by paying Social Security tax on your income.

Jan 7, 2025 · Divorce doesn’t rule out Social Security spousal benefits. You may qualify for benefits as a divorcee, widow or widower.