One of the most important parts of the program, especially for married couples, is Social Security spousal benefits.

Spousal benefits from Social Security offer financial support to spouses, ex-spouses, and widows, even if they haven't contributed directly. Understanding eligibility and potential payouts is ...

That's why it can be really alarming to receive a notice that your benefit's about to get cut in half. That's what happened to one married couple a few months ago after they'd been on Social Security ...

The spousal Social Security benefit is generally 50 percent of your spouse's benefit at their full retirement age (as of 2020, the full retirement age is 66 and will continue to rise to 67).

Up to 85 percent of Social Security benefits can be taxed—but a new deduction will reduce how much seniors need to pay.

The Social Security Administration circulated an imprecise email about the provisions in the new law. Here’s what it actually does.

This week, payments are set to be made to those receiving retirement, survivor and spousal benefits as well as disability ...

One of the most important decisions retirees face is choosing when to start collecting Social Security benefits. Whether you ...

Some 2.8 million Americans may be eligible to receive an increase in their monthly Social Security benefits. Are you one of ...