Work & Retirement

Consider the start of the new year as an opportunity for you to engage with Social Security online. This begins with creating your free and secure personal my Social Security account at ssa.gov/myaccount. ...

"Will Social Security be there when I retire?" That’s the question we’re answering in the latest episode of Social Security's audio series, SSA Talks. ...

SSA.gov is your best resource to learn about Social Security programs and do business with us. Our website is designed to make it easy for you to find what you need. Here are Social Security's top 10 webpages. ...

More than 71 million Americans will see a 3.2% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2024. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. ...

Social Security is more than just a retirement program. It provides services for joyous moments like the birth of your child and issuing their first Social Security card. Social Security also helps during times of hardship to provide disability and survivors' benefits. And it's there to help you celebrate your retirement, too. ...

Most business owners are hyper-focused on growing their business and legacy. But at some point, they must consider a plan for retirement. That’s why it’s important for business owners to begin thinking about how Social Security fits into their retirement planning. ...

If you expect to continue working during your 60s, 70s, or beyond, consider the advantages and disadvantages carefully. Although working can enhance your retirement years in many ways, you may also face unexpected consequences, particularly when it comes to Social Security. ...

You don't want to pay more federal income tax than you have to. One way to save is to postpone your income to minimize current income tax liability. When you eventually report the income, you may be in a lower income tax bracket. ...