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It's hard to see any bright side when a loved one dies, but the U.S. government offers a little comfort to many grievers -- in the form of Social Security survivor benefits. Take a few minutes to ...

Age: You need to be at least 62 to claim spousal benefits, although benefits are permanently reduced if you file before FRA.

When you are told you overpaid Social Security benefits, you have an obligation to pay back the money. This can be really frustrating, especially if you didn't recall receiving any money in the first ...

Rules are changing. Here's what they're likely to look like next year, so you'll know exactly what to expect if you're ...

Social Security faces funding challenges, but most benefits aren’t vanishing. Here’s what to expect—and how to plan—based on ...