The department has reported that the backlog of benefit and compensation claims is 63 percent smaller than a year ago.

When you file for Social Security, your spouse becomes eligible for payments known as spousal benefits. However, they won’t receive these payments automatically. Instead, they must file with the ...

The VA has finalized a new rule designed to deliver faster decisions and quicker payments for survivors.

You can start claiming Social Security once you turn age 62. Claiming before full retirement age is considered to be an early claim. Early claims have consequences, including potentially reducing ...

If you're looking to file for Social Security spousal benefits, you must understand how they work. You should know that you can claim spousal benefits even if you're divorced or have an earnings ...

Millions of couples can use spousal benefits to boost their budgets in retirement.

Social Security can be claimed any time between the ages of 62 and 70. The ages of 62, 67, and 70 are especially popular ages to claim benefits. You need to consider the pros and cons of different ...

Claiming Social Security before full retirement age triggers permanent benefit reductions of up to 30% for those starting at 62. Cost of Living Adjustments apply as a percentage of your benefit amount ...