Jan 12, 2026 · Earning Social Security benefits depends on several factors including how long you worked, your age, and how you pay taxes. Find out if you are eligible.

Oct 10, 2018 · The credit amounts are adjusted annually for inflation. You become eligible to collect Social Security retirement benefits at age 62. You can check on your eligibility, earnings history and …

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 …

Get answers to all your top Social Security questions, whether you're looking to secure benefits for retirement, disability, or your family.

Nov 20, 2025 · Social Security relies on the surplus in its two trust funds, one for retirement and survivor benefits and the other for disability benefits, to meet its annual payment obligations.

Apr 28, 2025 · Social Security was conceived as a guaranteed retirement benefit for America’s workers, but it quickly grew to provide for their families as well. Four years after the program’s inception in …

Jan 15, 2026 · 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.

Oct 10, 2018 · To qualify for retirement benefits, you need 40 Social Security work credits. You earn these credits by paying Social Security tax on your income.

Oct 10, 2018 · Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, is a federal benefit program administered by the Social Security Administration that provides safety-net financial support for people in need. You may …

Dec 5, 2025 · When a Social Security beneficiary dies, his or her spouse may be able to collect survivor benefits. Learn whether you qualify and how to apply.