Work & Retirement

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. ...

A review is a good thing for people to do from time to time, regardless of age or life stage. It helps us grow and improve. Lessons learned from a review are often a good way to chart a path forward. “The unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates ...

For 88 years, Social Security has provided income protection to millions of retirees, people with disabilities, dependents, and families that lose a wage earner. To better serve you, we have prioritized our online customer experience. Social Security Administration's website, SSA.gov, makes it easier for you to find what you need. ...

More than 66 million Social Security beneficiaries will see a 3.2 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in the new year. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month, starting in January 2024. ...

Do you want to re-enter the workforce, but aren't sure how to do it? You might want to check out a series of free online workshops to sharpen your job-hunting skills. ...

Two new helpful screening tools have been added to SSA.gov: the Benefits Screener and the Card Replacement Screener. The Benefits Screener helps you determine your eligibility for benefits and the Card Replacement Screener helps you request a replacement Social Security card. SSA's redesigned website—with its online tools—is the quickest, easiest and most convenient way to get business done online. ...

Social Security benefits are part of the retirement plan of almost every American worker. If you’re among the many people covered under Social Security, you should know what your future benefit may be. Monthly benefit payments will likely be an important part of your retirement income. ...