To plan smart for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.

This article walks through determining how much Social Security you'll receive.

Many people have no clue what their Social Security benefits will actually be when they've clocked out of work for the last time — and that's a problem. While these benefits might replace only 40% of ...

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.

The Senior Citizens League's COLA estimate released last week held steady from August. Next year's Social Security benefit increase might not be enough for many retirees. The Social Security ...

Analysis of the 2.8% COLA, 2026 Medicare premiums, and IRMAA cliffs. Plus, a year-end checklist to maximize your benefits and minimize taxes.

Explore the Social Security benefit amounts you can receive at various retirement ages and whether the monthly amount or the lifetime amount matters more to you.

As the year 2025 comes to an end, Social Security recipients are urged to complete several key tasks before Dec. 31, from ...

There are certain things about Social Security that seniors ought to be grateful for. One is the fact that they can sign up to start getting benefits at any time once they turn 62. Another is that ...

Social Security benefits are increasing in 2026. That’s good news for retirees. However, it’s important for seniors to ...

The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) has operated since 1994. This nonprofit organization advocates for seniors in the U.S. TSCL raises public awareness about issues impacting seniors and lobbies on ...