Is there something special about Social Security at the start of the year?

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Dear Rusty: I just turned 65 years old in February 2025. I need to sign up for Social Security but don’t even know where to start. Signed: Seeking Assistance Dear Seeking: It is fairly easy to sign up ...

Your first COLA might be quite a bit bigger than average.

Over 2.5 million people in the United States receive Social Security benefits, and more become eligible each year. If you are eligible for benefits, here’s what you need to know to apply. Before ...

A child may be eligible for benefits based on a parent's work record Barbara Friedberg is a veteran investment portfolio manager, fintech consultant, and expert investor. She is a published author of ...

To pull this off, you need to lay some groundwork before you even get to the application form. Here are the three things I would do right now if I were applying for Social Security in 2025. It's ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What do I need to do to get disability benefits from Social Security? I’m 60 years old and have a medical condition that doesn’t allow me to work anymore. But I’ve read that getting ...

Timing can make a big difference when applying for Social Security benefits. While the application process is available year-round, certain days and times may lead to longer wait times, delayed ...

Dear Rusty: I just turned 65 years old in February 2025. I need to sign up for Social Security but don't even know where to start. Signed: Seeking Assistance You may already be aware that age 65 is ...