10 Things No One Tells You About Early Retirement

This article originally appeared on AARP.org. Even if you love your job, there are times when you’d rather be alphabetizing ... Read More

How Much Money Do You Need to Retire?

This article originally appeared on AARP.org. Figuring out how much money you need to retire is like one of those ... Read More

Who Is Eligible for a Social Security Death Benefit?

Social Security pays two types of benefits to eligible surviving spouses, children, and other relatives of insured workers: an ongoing ... Read More

How Social Security Survivor Benefits Work

Although best-known for its monthly payouts to retirees, the Social Security Administration actually pays several different types of benefits, as the ... Read More

Retirement Planning in 2021: A Helpful Guide

While most Americans look forward to retirement, they also approach these years with caution. Yes, retirement years can certainly be ... Read More

How Your Social Security Benefits Are Calculated

Social Security is an entitlement program. You are entitled to benefits because you pay (or have paid, or will pay) ... Read More

Is Social Security Income Taxable?

This question does not have a simple answer on either the federal or state level. There was a time when ... Read More

How to Apply for Social Security

Once you hit a certain age, you start thinking about Social Security. It might bring up some questions that you ... Read More