It's tough to beat the peace of mind that regular monthly Social Security checks can offer. As long as you've fulfilled the ...

If you plan on retiring in the near future, you're probably thinking about applying for Social Security benefits. There are several factors to consider before taking the plunge, but knowing the ...

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Your Social Security benefit is based on your income during your 35 highest-earning years. The longer you wait to apply for Social Security, the larger your checks will be, until you qualify for your ...

Last week, we looked at three former federal employees who all made the same error when completing form RI 92-19, FERS Application for Deferred or Postponed ...