The Social Security "Raise" Most Retirees Miss: How Working After Claiming Can Boost Your Benefit

The Social Security Administration (SSA) applies an earnings test for anyone who claims retirement benefits before they reach ...

The Less Obvious Reason You Shouldn't Claim Social Security Early

Claiming Social Security early isn't always an unwise move. There are plenty of situations where it makes sense to file ahead ...

One number controls your early retirement health costs — understand it and say goodbye to Medicare fears

Many American workers retire just in time for Social Security benefits but a little too early for Medicare coverage. The ...
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Here's the maximum Social Security benefit you could receive at 62 in 2026

Turning 62 in 2026? See the maximum Social Security benefit you could receive, what it takes to qualify, and how claiming ...
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Now or later? Reasons to avoid early Social Security benefits

(InvestigateTV) — We all contribute to Social Security with every paycheck but questions about the program’s funding and future have people worried. “The truth of the matter is, no politician is going ...

Start early or not? Protecting your right to benefits

When you discuss filing for your specific benefits with the Social Security Administration, it sets a protective filing date ...

Social Security January 2026 payment schedule: When retirees, SSDI, and survivors get their first check of the year

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has released its payment schedule for January 2026, including special timing for ...

Here's the best age to take Social Security, based on simple math

By that math, your typical American man would be smart to claim Social Security at age 62, the first year of his eligibility.