Filing for social security can be a daunting process, but our Chattanooga social security attorneys are here to relieve you of the burden.
Many don't know they may be able to claim on their ex-husband's work record, Marcia Mantell tells ThinkAdvisor.
Typically in a marriage, the spouse has always been able to collect on social security if they were married for nine or more months. Now, same sex couples have that same benefit....
If you are a spouse, child or parent of someone who has died, you may qualify for Social Security benefits. To get spousal benefits, the deceased family member must have worked long enough under Social Security to qualify.
If you’re like most Americans, Social Security is going to be a major part of your retirement income. Learn these facts now, and you’ll put more gold in your golden years.
It may not seem like much, but it's probably more than enough to keep most boomers out of poverty during retirement.
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The latest Social Security trustees report shows how immigration is keeping the program afloat.
ByOne of the most critical decisions older Americans face is when to start their Social Security benefitsPeople often claim their benefits at the earliest age possible -- 62. But experts say it's best to wait until one's full retirement age, or even age 70, which is when one is eligible for the largest monthly benefit possible.Also SeeAccording to many experts, Social Security beneficiaries often leave a lot of money on the table by claiming early. It's prudent, therefore, to…
As you try to figure out your cash flow during retirement, here's what to know about taxes and your Social Security benefits.