This week I'd like to share some interesting facts about Social Security in 2008. 1. In 2008, about 50 million Americans will receive Social Security benefits -- that's roughly twice the number   Read More »

This week's column concerns important information on eligibility and entitlement factors for Social Security retirement benefits. To be eligible for SSA retirement benefits, an individual must meet   Read More »

Social Security will celebrate its 73rd birthday on Aug. 14. President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on Aug. 14, 1935.   Read More »

This month Social Security has introduced a new retirement estimator at www.socialsecurity.gov.Getting a personalized online estimate of your future retirement benefits is now easier than ever   Read More »

In June we launched a new homepage with a brand-new look at www.socialsecurity.gov. The new look is more welcoming and user-friendly. It follows the standard for design principles in the   Read More »

You may be able to receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) even if you have other income. SSI is a federal program that provides monthly payments to people who have little or no income and   Read More »

Many people have misconceptions about one of their most important financial lifelines - Social Security. Some of these misconceptions are: Thinking that Social Security can do it all.   Read More »