1 in 3 Americans say they plan to file early for Social Security benefits and continue working – is this a good idea?
Experts say it’s better to wait to claim Social Security benefits. But for many of us, the advantages of early collection outweigh the disadvantages. In fact, with millions of us facing different financial challenges,
2 Overlooked Social Security Rules Could Raise Your Monthly Benefit Up to 77%
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Nearly half of Americans are wrong about this Social Security rule
Many Americans are unaware of how the Social Security earnings test works as well. Just 56% of survey respondents correctly answered a question about it in Nationwide's survey.
The 5 Most Common Reasons Americans Filed for Social Security When They Did
Experts say it’s better to wait to claim your social security benefits. And while it’s true, we all have different financial needs. Sure, you can always delay retirement, which will increase your benefits.
Social Security funds could run out in 6 years under Trump plans: Analysis
Social Security’s trust fund reserves could be depleted as early as 2031 under former President Trump’s proposals, several years earlier than recent projections, a new analysis from the Committee
2 big changes to Social Security were just announced for 2025
Social Security announced changes that will affect the amount of money current and future retirees have next year.
Social Security benefits in 2025: 5 big changes retirees should plan for
The Social Security Administration recently announced several key changes to the program for 2025. Here's what you need to know.
Social Security Just Released the 2025 COLA. Here's What It Means for Those Receiving Spousal Benefits.
Those receiving spousal benefits can expect to receive the same increase the primary spouse receives to their retired worker benefits.
Why some Americans will receive an extra Social Security check in November
Some American retirees will receive an extra Social Security payment in November due to a scheduling quirk involving the payment schedule of SSI payments to beneficiaries.
What the New Social Security COLA Increase Means for You
Now that the 2025 COLA increase has been announced by the Social Security Administration, here's what you need to know.
Here's How Your Social Security Benefit Is Calculated in 2025
Social Security provides much-needed retirement income for tens of millions of Americans, but many have no idea how it works. In this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel discusses the four steps the Social Security Administration takes to determine your initial Social Security benefit.
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Reasons to Take Social Security Early at Age 62
If you're done working for good and do not expect to earn above the annual limit for Social Security earnings, taking benefits early can help cover living expenses. Those facing financial ...
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Five Reasons to Take Social Security Early (and Four Reasons to Wait)
Although experts say it's often better to wait to claim your Social Security benefits, many Americans opt to take their benefits early. The Social Security program began during the Great ...
The No. 1 Reason to Claim Social Security at Age 62
The best reason to claim Social Security at age 62 is to make sure that your savings don't run out if you're unable to work.
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How Early Retirement Will Impact Your Social Security Benefit
To receive Social Security benefits, you must accumulate 40 credits earned by working and paying Social Security taxes over time. Social Security payouts are based on your average ...
4 Reasons To Claim Social Security at 62 — And 3 Reasons Not To
In an overall sense, Social Security is pretty simple. During your working years, you pay Social Security taxes to the ...
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This Common Social Security 'Mistake' Can Cost You Thousands
Claiming at Full Retirement Age (FRA, 67 for Janet): If Janet had waited until her FRA of 67, she would have received her ...
Public workers may receive reduced Social Security benefits. There’s growing support in Congress to change that
Social Security rules aim to make it so benefits reward all workers equally. There's growing support in Congress to revisit ...