Social Security Matters: Demystifying the full retirement age
Once upon a time, there was no mystery about Social Security’s full retirement age — everyone received their full benefit if they claimed at 65 years of age, the age
3 Reasons Why I Won't Claim Social Security at Age 62
Social Security imposes a steep penalty for claiming benefits before your FRA. If I begin receiving retirement benefits at age 62, I'll make 30% less than I would if I waited until my FRA of 67. And if I hold off until age 70 to claim benefits, the amount increases by 24% more.
When should you claim Social Security? Retirement strategist explains key considerations.
Listen and subscribe to Decoding Retirement on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts. Social Security isn’t going bankrupt, but challenges lie ahead. The Social Security trust fund is expected to pay full benefits until 2033.
First round of February Social Security payments go out in 20 days
Social Security payments typically begin on the second Wednesday of every month, and the following waves go out in the subsequent weeks.
The Unfortunate Truth About Claiming Social Security at Age 62
One of the most important retirement planning decisions you'll make in your golden years is when to apply for Social Security. The most popular age to claim retirement benefits, by far, is 62, the first year you become eligible.
Worried about Social Security's future? Here's what experts say to consider before claiming benefits
A new law adds to Social Security’s benefit costs at a time the program’s funding is already running low. Here’s what that means for retirement planning.
10 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Payments
As you near retirement, it's important to know how much you'll receive in income and benefits. The amount of your Social Security payments depends on various factors, including your earnings
Social Security & You: Turning Full Retirement Age in 2025? Consider Filing for Benefits This Month
I write a column like this one every January. But I don’t mind plagiarizing myself, because it contains a very important message for people planning to retire in 2025.
Retiring on Social Security Alone in 2025? Here's the Monthly Income You May Be Looking At
But you should know that if you're planning to retire on Social Security alone this year, you may be setting yourself up for some pretty tough times ahead. Here's what your monthly income might look like -- and why it may not be anywhere close to enough.
Which States Still Tax Social Security?
Although millions of Americans do not have to pay taxes on their hard-earned Social Security checks, federal and state tax laws can effectively reduce the payments retirees receive. Nine states still tax Social Security benefits in 2025,
Turning full retirement age in 2025? Consider filing for benefits this month
If you’re reaching your full retirement age in early to mid 2025, you might want to find out if it’s to your advantage to ...
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 67
For most people reading this (those born in 1960 or later), full retirement age for the purpose of Social Security benefits ...
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How to Withdraw From Social Security Benefits and Why You'd Want To
If you're eligible to suspend your benefits, you aren't required to pay anything back, as benefits are just on pause instead ...
'What are people going to do?': Some nearing retirement on LI worry about future Social Security benefits
"I'm very worried — how am I going to survive?" Huntington resident Leann Pisano, 58, a recent nursing school graduate, said ...
Can You Collect Unemployment and Social Security?
If you recently lost your job and are nearing retirement age, you may be eligible for unemployment assistance and Social ...