Mar 31, 2025 · When a Social Security beneficiary dies, his or her spouse may be able to collect survivor benefits. Learn whether you qualify and how to apply.

Apr 11, 2025 · A quick and easy guide for how to apply for Social Security retirement, spousal and disability benefits as well as for Medicare.

Aug 18, 2025 · The COLA is applied to all Social Security payments — survivor benefits, family benefits and disability benefits, as well as retirement benefits — and to Supplemental …

6 days ago · The Social Security Administration set its latest COLA increase. Learn how the cost-of-living increase could boost your 2026 Social Security payments.

Apr 11, 2025 · Nearly 69 million Americans rely on a Social Security payment. We outlined answers to frequently asked questions about what it is and how it works.

Apr 16, 2025 · The basics of social security retirement benefits, including how benefits work, how payments are calculated and awarded, and what you need to apply.

Oct 21, 2025 · The goal of the COLA is to help offset rising prices. However, research conducted by AARP in September 2025 shows that older adults feel the projected COLA for 2026 of …

Oct 6, 2025 · Collecting Social Security Benefits at 62 vs. 67 vs. 70 How to receive your highest monthly benefit, and when it makes sense to start collecting early By Phil Pruitt,

Sep 12, 2024 · Yes, you can collect Social Security's on a spouse's earnings record. You may be able to do this in the form of spousal benefits, or as survivor benefits if you are a widow or …

Aug 29, 2025 · Social Security offers most routine services online or by phone, including applying for benefits and filing appeals. Here’s what to know.