When you're claiming spousal benefits, the maximum you can get is 50% of your spouse's Social Security benefit at their full ...

Q: My husband died several months ago. I'm 64. I'm getting my own retirement benefits, and he was getting his own benefits. His Social Security check was more than mine, so I think I am due widow's ...

I suggest waiting in most cases, but that doesn't mean it’s always the best approach. Depending on your situation, risk tolerance and goals, your wife may want to file for Social Security now. However ...

The decision on when to start taking Social Security benefits gets more complicated for couples who need to consider the interdependency of their benefits. If one spouse has earned significantly less ...

Waiting until age 70 to file for Social Security retirement benefits is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk that you’ll run out of money in your later years. But in some instances, ...