Dec 2, 2025 · This calculator estimates your monthly Social Security retirement benefits based on your earnings history and the age when you start to claim benefits.

Apr 16, 2025 · Learn the rules of Social Security Spousal benefits and how to maximize your monthly payments based on your spouse's or ex-spouse’s earnings.

Dec 4, 2025 · You may be able to collect up to 50 percent of your spouse’s Social Security benefit amount. Learn more about qualifying for spousal benefits.

Oct 10, 2018 · If your total income is more than $25,000 for an individual or $32,000 for a married couple filing jointly, you pay federal income on your Social Security benefits.

Dec 5, 2025 · Find out how much you can receive from Social Security if you are eligible for more than one type of benefit.

Nov 19, 2025 · As the Social Security Administration stops sending paper account statements you should open a My Social Security online account to manage benefits.

Oct 6, 2025 · What happens if you start Social Security at 62? If you begin benefits before your full retirement age, Social Security reduces your monthly payment by a fraction of a percent for each …

Dec 5, 2025 · If your mate isn’t yet on Social Security, you can claim your retirement benefit at 62 (or later) and switch to spousal benefits when they do file.

Nov 19, 2025 · Follow these steps to create an online My Social Security account and get 24/7 access to your earnings history, estimated benefits and more.

Oct 10, 2018 · Spousal benefits are based on your mate’s full benefit — the amount they are entitled to receive from Social Security at full retirement age, or FRA (currently between 66 and 67). You can …