In 2026, a decades-old rule is set to push the threshold higher for when retirees can receive their full benefits. The full ...

Claiming Social Security at 62 cuts your benefits by up to 30% permanently.

The full retirement age is going to be raised to 67, making it essential to work longer especially for younger cohorts ...

When it comes to claiming Social Security, there’s a wide range of ages to choose from. The earliest age you can claim Social ...

Last year, more than 20% of newly awarded retired workers claimed Social Security as soon as possible at age 62, so they received the smallest possible benefit. Meanwhile, less than 10% of newly ...

Social Security's full retirement age is changing next year, affecting when the youngest baby boomers and Gen Xers can ...

The decision to sign up for Social Security is not an easy one. The reason? The age you start getting benefits will determine ...

I currently have $680,000 in a 401(k), $150,000 in savings and a pension of $1,600 per month. Can I retire at age 62? – Hieu This is a good question and the answer depends primarily on what your ...

Social Security's 2.8% COLA goes into effect in January. After that change, the maximum possible Social Security benefit a person who claims at full retirement age will be able to receive will be ...

SEATTLE — Social Security is one of the most critical and often misunderstood elements of retirement planning. The answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. “We believe in situational Social Security planning,” ...

If you’ve spent any time planning for retirement, you probably know the basics of Social Security: most people can start claiming benefits at age 62, reach “full retirement age” (FRA) between 66 and ...