The Social Security shortfall date just moved a little bit nearer. New federal projections, released on June 18, show that ...

One of the biggest questions facing future retirees is whether to start collecting Social Security benefits early or wait until full retirement age. The answer could cost—or pay—you thousands.

The combined retirement and disability fund is projected to run dry in 2034, one year earlier than reported last year, ...

Trustees of the Social Security trust fund predict the fund will be exhausted in eight years. Unless Congress acts, Social ...

The annual report forecasts the date when the trust funds will run out of money, triggering sharp automatic cuts in benefits.

I contribute 15% to my 401(k), which is currently valued at $165,000. I also rolled over an old 401(k) with $125,000.” ...

If there's one thing all retirees should do before claiming Social Security, it's to evaluate their claiming strategy.

Some people stop working completely the moment they retire. But it’s not unheard of for retirees to hold down a part-time job ...

One of the most important financial decisions you might make for retirement is figuring out when to claim Social Security.

The Trustees for Social Security and Medicare released their annual reports on the financial status of the programs’ respective trust funds today.

On a basic level, the monthly Social Security benefit you're entitled to in retirement is based on your earnings history -- ...