O ne of the most common mistakes when applying for Social Security is not understanding the difference between Social ...

Wait times for phone support can eat up more than an hour of your day while it can take weeks to get an in-person appointment ...

If you have lupus and you’re not able to work, you may want to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal program that pays benefits to ...

Starting this summer, users of the "my Social Security" online account system will be able to securely view their Social ...

Your Social Security Number (SSN) is more than just a random sequence of digits—it’s a unique identifier that follows you ...

Navigating the process of applying for child disability benefits through Social Security can be daunting. Understanding the ...

If you want to meet with a Social Security staff member in person, you’ll have to schedule an appointment. Walk-in visits are ...

Attorney Danielle Beaver joins producer/host Coralie Chun Matayoshi to discuss who qualifies for Social Security Disability ...

The final round of April 2025 Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments is just days away, and it includes the 2.5% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) that took effect this year. For many ...

You cannot apply for surviving spouse's benefits online; call 1-800-772-1213 Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. For additional information, go to the Social Security ...

It's been a crazy ride for the stock market in 2025, but retirees have also been adjusting to some new changes to Social Security this year. The program typically sees a few changes each year ...