Social security basics. Qualifying for retirement benefits ; How retirement benefits are calculated ; Spousal benefits ; Widow(er) benefits

Rules for less common situations. Social security for divorced spouses ; Child benefits ; Social security with a pension ; The earnings test

Social security planning: when to claim benefits. The claiming decision for single people ; Couples with one working spouse ; Couples with two working spouses ; Taking social security early to invest it

Other related planning topics. Checking your earnings record ; How is social security taxed? ; Social security and asset allocation ; Do-over options.