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

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, ...

The Social Security Administration will determine which is the best of your options and grant you that one. Spousal benefits can be as much as one-half of the person of record's primary insurance ...

Recent surveys show that a substantial portion of Americans are unaware of key elements of the Social Security system.

Here’s my analysis on why I am taking Social Security at 62. I explore the mathematical basis behind lower monthly payouts, examine the impact of continued employment on benefits, and highlight ...

A reverse mortgage can be a powerful way to supplement Social Security income and give your retirement budget a little more ...

Importantly, the average Social Security benefit tends to increase over time because of inflation and changes in average ...

Social Security plays a crucial role in providing income for over 74 million Americans. As of July 2025, the average monthly Social Security retirement ...

Claiming Social Security at 62 might reduce your benefits on a monthly basis. But an early filing won't automatically ...

When planning for retirement, one of the most powerful decisions you can make is when to start drawing Social Security. While many Americans begin claiming benefits as soon as they ...

Question: I’m 62 and worried about Social Security’s future, especially given that it is projected to pay me less than I ...