The Social Security Administration (SSA) has a lot to offer us, such as retirement benefits, disability benefits, survivor benefits, and more. But in general, we have to apply for what we want or need ...

Getting approved for Social Security disability benefits takes more than just a diagnosis, it takes time, evidence and persistence. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), an average of ...

When considering an application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), the most critical advice is not to delay. The optimal time to start your application is immediately upon realizing that ...

Katharine Paljug is a financial writer and editor with over a decade of industry experience. Her writing has covered nearly every aspect of the financial world, from investing in forex to paying for ...

Today's Social Security column addresses questions about when applications for benefits can be submitted, who might and might not be able to receive spousal benefits and whether investment withdrawals ...