Social Security is part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker. If you are among the 96 percent of workers who are covered under Social Security, you should know how the system works and what you should receive from Social Security when you retire. The information below will contain information on how you qualify for Social Security benefits, how your earnings and age can affect your benefits, what you should think about in deciding when to retire and why you should not rely only on Social Security for your retirement income.
How do I qualify for Social Security benefits?
How much will my retirement benefit be?
What is my full retirement age?
Can I start taking Social Security benefits before I reach my full retirement age?
What happens if I take my Social Security benefits while I am still working?
Are my Social Security benefits taxable?
Will I get a cost-of-living adjustment every year?
How do I calculate my spouse's benefit?
When can my spouse begin collecting a spousal benefit?
How will my spouse's survivor benefits work?
Can I claim retirement benefits based on my ex-spouse's Social Security benefits?
Can I claim survivor benefits based on my ex-spouse's Social Security benefits?
How much will my retirement benefit be?
What is my full retirement age?
Can I start taking Social Security benefits before I reach my full retirement age?
What happens if I take my Social Security benefits while I am still working?
Are my Social Security benefits taxable?
Will I get a cost-of-living adjustment every year?
How do I calculate my spouse's benefit?
When can my spouse begin collecting a spousal benefit?
How will my spouse's survivor benefits work?
Can I claim retirement benefits based on my ex-spouse's Social Security benefits?
Can I claim survivor benefits based on my ex-spouse's Social Security benefits?