Widows and widowers need to talk to a human being and get the kind of help personalized to their own situation.

Widows and widowers are entitled to Social Security benefits based on their deceased spouses’ earning record as long as they meet certain criteria. Among these requirements involve their decision to ...

Losing a spouse is an emotional and challenging experience, and it often brings financial concerns to the forefront. Social Security benefits can provide critical support to widows, helping them ...

His Social Security check was more than mine, so I think I am due widow’s benefits. When I tried to file a claim online, I ...

Social Security is an important part of retirement planning for many Americans. If you’re thinking about retiring soon, ...

Social Security isn’t one-size-fits-all. Learn how timing and personal circumstances affect payouts and what steps can lead ...

There is probably nothing I am asked more often than some version of this question: “When should I file for my Social Security?” But as I’ve said repeatedly in this column, I am not a financial ...

My wife of 28 years passed away in October on her 60th birthday. I am 66 years old and retired. To maximize my benefits, I was not planning to file for Social Security until I was 70. Can I file for ...

Government statistics are simply boring sometimes, but there are some statistics that are surprising. Here is one example. The Administration on Aging reported that in 2001, there were more than four ...