Many people still misunderstand how the system works and why there isn't enough money to keep it strong for the immediate ...

Even if none of your data gets mislaid, copied or hacked, it's a good idea to store copies of some key federal records for ...

Experts do think Social Security will exist years from now, but your payout may be less than you're expecting.

If there's one thing I'd encourage people to do before claiming benefits, it would be to read your latest Social Security ...

The Social Security Benefit Statement is also known as the SSA-1099 or the SSA-1042S. It is a tax form we mail to you every ...

Retirement account withdrawals and earnings from a job may not be the only taxable income you have, either. The federal ...

As tax season approaches, ensuring you have all necessary documents is essential for accurate filing. If you receive Social ...

I’m turning 65 in July and not receiving my Social Security check. Last week I tried to open a “My Social Security” account ...

Note: Because Toni recently received more reader queries about creating a My Social Security account after the account is blocked, we are rerunning the following column from April of 2024.

Your Social Security card is a vital personal document, so losing it can be panic-inducing. This card displays your Social ...

Social Security number, date and place of birth, gender, addresses, marital and parental status, your parents’ names, lifetime earnings, bank account information, immigration and work ...