Feb 24, 2020 · When you work and pay Social Security taxes, you earn Social Security credits, accounting units that determine your eligibility for benefits.

Oct 10, 2018 · To qualify for retirement benefits, you need 40 Social Security work credits. You earn these credits by paying Social Security tax on your income.

Oct 10, 2018 · Your benefit will not fall if you quit work before you are old enough to claim Social Security. But you could be forgoing a chance to boost it.

Oct 10, 2018 · Social Security is withholding money from my retirement benefit because I'm still working. Will I get that money back?

Apr 16, 2025 · Learn the rules of Social Security Spousal benefits and how to maximize your monthly payments based on your spouse's or ex-spouse’s earnings.

Oct 10, 2018 · It depends on how much you're making and how much you've made over your working life. Plus when you file for Social Security benefits. Learn more here.

Oct 19, 2023 · Do I need to enroll at 65 if I work for a large company? You won't have to enroll in Medicare if you have health insurance from a company that employs 20 or more people where you or …

Oct 10, 2018 · Keep in mind Supplemental Security Income — a monthly cash benefit administered but not funded by Social Security for people who are 65 or older, blind or have a disability and have low …

Mar 8, 2024 · If you’re qualifying for Medicare through your spouse, you have to be married at least one year before applying. Some people who work for large employers delay enrolling in Part A while …

Apr 4, 2025 · If you are in your first year of collecting retirement benefits, you can apply to Social Security for what the agency calls a withdrawal of benefits. Why would you want to do that? Say you …