There are three ways to apply for Social Security: Online at ssa.gov, by phone at 1-800-772-1213 or in person. Applying online is the fastest and easiest method. Timing your benefits can significantly ...

Important: If you created a Social Security username before September 18, 2021, you may have noticed that the sign-in process has changed. As of July 2025, you now need a new Logi ...

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...

For those approaching retirement, there are several steps to take before applying for Social Security benefits. Pre-retirees should be familiar with the benefit options available to them and ...

In 8 years, I will qualify for an average Social Security income. I have no retirement saved and am not a homeowner but I ...

The SSA’s final October payments went out this week, and some beneficiaries will see two deposits in October — including an ...

Will the government shutdown impact your November Social Security benefits? Here's the schedule of when you'll get them.

Dear Savvy Senior: What do I need to do to get disability benefits from Social Security? I’m 60 years old and have a medical condition that doesn’t allow me to work anymore. But I’ve read that getting ...

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...

The Social Security Administration will continue distributing disability and SSI payments, but some services are unavailable ...