Every couple of years, I like to cover a topic that confuses almost everyone. And that confusion comes at a time when they ...

Losing a spouse can bring unexpected Social Security changes. Learn 11 eligibility factors and common pitfalls so you can ...

A Pennsylvania man was found guilty of stealing Social Security benefits from a deceased person. He managed to fraudulently ...

'My ex-husband passed away four years ago. We were married for 20 years.' "Is there any way I can claim some of his benefits other than the death benefits?" (Photo subject is a model.) Dear Help Me ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. When your spouse passes away, this can be a very trying and ...

A man accused of taking a person’s Social Security benefits after their death received his sentence on Monday.

Survivor benefits include the young children of deceased workers. Approximately 1.3 million minor children receive survivor ...

For most Americans, Social Security isn't just a government program. It's a vital financial lifeline that they rely on heavily during retirement. Nearly 68 million people receive Social Security ...

Every couple of years, I like to cover a topic that confuses almost everyone. And that confusion comes at a time when they ...