Get up to speed on Social Security to ensure that you claim the maximum amount of benefits to which you are entitled.

Take our quiz to better understand this vital federal program, which provides an important piece of most retirees' income.

If two spouses receive Social Security, find out how much the surviving spouse gets if one of them dies.

If you collect benefits early and are still working, prepare for the earnings test.

Even though the marriage is over, you may be entitled to claim benefits based on the earnings record of your ex-spouse.

Beneficiaries can seek a reevaluation of most benefit decisions.

For most people, delaying benefits is a smart move. But there are some scenarios in which a beneficiary might consider claiming Social Security early.

A new rule prevents retirees from repaying benefits and restarting them at a higher rate -- striking down a strategy to maximize retirement income.

Social Security benefits can be reduced for retirees who receive a pension from the federal, state or local government.

Tax planning may ease the tax bite on your benefits.

Workers must now use online tools to review annual tax and earnings records.