Social Security benefits are not taxed in most states, but for 2026, eight states still tax Social Security benefits. (That's ...

There’s a reason it’s important to put a lot of thought into your Social Security filing decision. The age you sign up for ...

A closer look at a common retirement choice shows how timing, inflation, and longevity quietly reshape income for decades ...

To claim the maximum spousal benefit, you must apply at your FRA. You can claim as early as 62, but doing so will shrink your ...

Dave Ramsey has made a name for himself by giving out financial advice. And a lot of it is pretty spot-on. Ramsey is a firm ...

Dave Ramsey has created a name for himself in the world of personal finance as being extremely conservative when it comes to ...

I write a column similar to this one every January. But I don't mind plagiarizing myself because it contains a very important ...

For married couples with unequal historical earnings, it may make sense for the lower income spouse to file for Social Security benefits early or before the higher earner. Ultimately, deciding when to ...

It's considerably less than the overall average, as well as less than the amount people who waited longer to claim benefits ...

I write a column similar to this one every January. But I don't mind plagiarizing myself because it contains a very important ...