Want to wait to claim Social Security? These smart financial strategies can help you avoid tapping it too early.

At different stages of life, you might have to make some tricky financial decisions. For example, if you decide to become a ...

Rather than spend time actively worrying about benefit cuts, I'm channeling that energy elsewhere. If you've been keeping up ...

The earlier you claim Social Security, the smaller your monthly benefit will be. You probably know your Social Security ...

Social Security payments go out July 23 to eligible retirees. Meanwhile, confusion persists over claiming ages and benefit ...

As Social Security nears its 90th anniversary, Americans’ confidence in the future of the program has dropped. Here’s what to ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits is crucial for retirement planning. The age at which you start affects your ...

I am looking to retire at 62. I'm single with a 12-year-old daughter, splitting parenting time with my ex-wife. I pay $1,000 a month in child support and I pay for all of her activities, which is ...

Retirees can claim Social Security between the ages of 62 and 70. Arguably the biggest decision retirees will make when it ...

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

To qualify for spousal benefits, you must have been married for at least a year, your spouse must currently be receiving benefits, and one of the following must be true: (1) you're 62 years old, (2) ...

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.