The average benefit has reached a historic high, but it may not go as far as you'd hoped.

An average of 69 million Americans will receive a monthly Social Security benefit in 2025, totaling $1.6 trillion, according to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Out of that number, nine out ...

For millions of Americans, Social Security benefits represent a financial lifeline. Here's how you can make the most of yours.

As you plan for retirement, finding a way to maximize your Social Security benefits can help you lay the foundation for more financial stability in the years ahead. Luckily, a little bit of knowledge ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. PeopleImages / Getty Images/iStockphoto The amount of money you get in your Social Security check every month for the rest of your ...

Ideally, you'll be coming into retirement with some money you've saved on your own. But here's the scary thing. The good news is that there are steps you can take to boost your Social Security ...

There are multiple ways to increase your Social Security benefit. Many people focus on their claiming age, which is important in determining the benefit amount. There's another, overlooked way to make ...

The 2026 Social Security wage base limit rose to $184,500 from $176,100 in 2025. Workers must earn at or above the wage base limit for 35 years to qualify for maximum Social Security benefits. Income ...

You may not be familiar with all of these, even if you've been on benefits for a while.