This little-known restricted application rule can significantly boost retirement income for surviving spouses.

The couple collected six years worth of Social Security and retirement benefits from their dead relative whose body was found ...

A Kansas couple was sentenced to prison for illegally taking proceeds from a relative’s Social Security and retirement ...

A husband and wife from Overland Park have been sentenced to prison after illegally collecting a relative’s Social Security ...

In 2025, children of a deceased parent who were covered under Social Security may be eligible for survivor benefits. These ...

I hope there is nothing in the air that is causing old goats like me to keel over. For some reason, I’ve been getting a lot ...

If you’re nearing retirement, key changes for 2025 could affect your finances. Here’s what to know, according to advisors.

By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer More than $31 million in erroneous Social Security payments to deceased individuals has ...

In most cases, you can collect certain types of Social Security benefits if you retire or live abroad, but there are some exceptions. Here's what you need to know.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) plays a crucial role in providing financial support to retirees and those unable to ...

Another way to leave tax-free money to a surviving spouse is with life insurance. A small policy can put cash in the hands of a surviving spouse for funeral expenses and paying off debts. A bigger ...