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Americans can access Social Security services online during the federal shutdown through my Social Security accounts.

Applying early stunts your benefit for life. The longer you live, the more likely you are to run through your other savings, so a maximized Social Security benefit is the ultimate longevity insurance.

Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ...

While Social Security benefits continue to arrive as promised, some Social Security services have been suspended for the time ...

When it comes to planning for retirement, women face unique financial challenges that can negatively affect their Social Security benefits. These include longer life expectancies compared to men, the ...