We should all be planning for our retirement by estimating how much we'll need to amass by then and how we might obtain it. It's important to include Social Security in that planning, so it's smart to start getting an idea of what kind of benefits to expect.

Ken and Rick discuss the pros and cons of retiring early and how this can affect social security benefits and taxes.

This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much more money they might receive.

The difference in claiming early versus waiting is magnified when you qualify for the maximum possible benefit.

Even though Social Security stops adjusting past earnings for inflation after age 60, fortunately, older workers still have opportunities to boost their benefits.

Social Security. We all contribute to that safety net, hoping it will be there when we need it most. Know-how is indispensable when maximizing your Social Security benefits, whether you’re a few years away from retirement or thinking about your golden years.

A growing number of Americans are heavily reliant on Social Security to make ends meet in retirement. 60% of retirees said Social Security represents a major source of income for them, according to the most recent edition of an annual Gallup poll.