Key Points The timing of your first Social Security check may surprise you. It usually takes one month after applying for ...

Employees at the Social Security Administration told USA Today that thousands of Americans could see delays or stopped checks.

Those who retire at age 62 can receive up to $2,831 per month. Waiting until full retirement age (67) increases the maximum benefit to $4,018. For those who delay claiming until age 70, the monthly ...

If your birthday falls on any day from the first to the 10th of your birth month, you’ll get your SSI payment on the second ...