You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age you do it at can have a big impact on collecting Social Security benefits.

Eligibility for Social Security retirement benefits starts at age 62. Stream Connecticut News for free, 24/7, wherever you are. But for prospective beneficiaries who can wait, the biggest benefit ...

For many Americans, Social Security is the cornerstone of retirement income. Nearly 90% of people over age 65 receive benefits from the program, according to the latest data from the Social Security ...

With so many currently heading for the exit, it’s a good time for federal employees to improve their understanding of the retirement process.

It is that time of the year when many federal employees, as well as retirees, must make some important decisions regarding their federal retirement and insurance benefits. I thought it might be a good ...

After years of working, there comes a time when you can finally hang up your hat and retire — and hopefully, get back some of the earnings you’ve contributed to Social Security. For years, Americans ...

Taking money from your traditional IRA in retirement could have an unexpected consequence: making your Social Security ...

Social Security spousal benefits allow eligible partners to claim up to 50% of their spouse's Primary Insurance Amount, ...

Scott Kupor, the new director of the Office of Personnel Management, publishes weekly updates on OPM and the federal workforce in his blog, Secrets of OPM. In September, Kupor reported that he went ...

When you live in America, one thing you've likely come to accept is the tax system. There are taxes on your income, products and services you buy, property you own, inheritance you receive, and ...