You should probably stop waiting until 70 to claim Social Security. Here’s the math that will open your eyes (but nobody likes to show)

Some experts say the standard advice is only suited to people who meet two criteria.

Claim Social Security at 62 or Wait: Here's How to Decide

It's a tough decision, but an important one.
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Should you delay Social Security? Here's what one extra year could earn you

You may think you've done all you can to maximize your Social Security benefits. You worked hard for decades. You increased your income over your career. Now you're staring at the application screen ...

Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits?

Claiming spousal benefits can be a great way to maximize a higher-earning spouse's earnings record.
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How Long You Need To Live To Hit the Social Security ‘Break-Even’ Point

One of the biggest financial decisions you will make as a retiree is when to start claiming Social Security benefits. You can claim them as early as age 62, but the earlier you claim them, the lower ...
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Dave Ramsey: 14 Common Social Security Questions Answered

How Social Security works is something that would benefit all of us to understand, and yet, partly because of an overall lack of financial literacy, it can be quite a mysterious beast. Fortunately, ...
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Do You Get a Social Security Raise if You're Collecting Spousal Benefits?

Spousal benefits are available if you are married or divorced after 10 years. Your spousal benefits can equal up to 50% of your husband or wife's standard benefit. COLAs can apply to Social Security ...