At different stages of life, you might have to make some tricky financial decisions. For example, if you decide to become a ...

Choose a claiming age, multiply the monthly benefit by 12, and then multiply that by the number of years you expect to ...

As Social Security nears its 90th anniversary, Americans’ confidence in the future of the program has dropped. Here’s what to ...

Your claiming age matters for two reasons. First, it determines whether you're eligible for checks. You must be at least 62 years old to get retirement benefits. But that's not defined in the way ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits is crucial for retirement planning. The age at which you start affects your ...

If you'd rather not apply online, you can call the Social Security Administration at 800-772-1213 to set up an appointment to ...

I am looking to retire at 62. I'm single with a 12-year-old daughter, splitting parenting time with my ex-wife. I pay $1,000 a month in child support and I pay for all of her activities, which is ...

Retirees can claim Social Security between the ages of 62 and 70. Arguably the biggest decision retirees will make when it ...

We take a look at how Americans’ year of birth affects their ‘full retirement age’, and how your monthly benefits go up the ...

Experts say retiree Social Security is still taxable and you'll need to read the fine print to understand your situation and ...

Claiming Social Security at 62 is often dismissed as a mistake, but for some retirees, it can be a strategic decision that enhances their retirement lifestyle.

The resounding advice about filing early for Social Security retirement benefits is pretty unambiguous: Don’t do it. However, if you can’t delay — due to immediate cash flow needs — or don’t want to ...