You can claim Social Security beginning at 62, but doing so will permanently reduce how much your monthly benefit amount is.

There's another option on the other side of this spectrum, however. Although it ultimately means much smaller payments, there ...

As many Americans look forward to retirement, maximizing Social Security benefits becomes a significant part of their ...

For as long as it's been an option, Social Security's earliest claiming age -- 62 -- has been one of its most popular. But ...

Understanding the details of Social Security is critical for both current retirees and for those who are going to retire in ...

The Social Security retirement age increased in 2025. Find out what this means for you, how it affects your benefits, and the ...

Many Americans look forward to retirement as a time to maximize their Social Security benefits and pursue their goals.

Average benefits have increased significantly, and the government has instituted key rule changes that affect how much ...

Working while collecting Social Security can make good sense for some seniors. Those who want to work part-time but still ...

Starting in 2025, a significant change is coming to Social Security, affecting when millions of Americans can retire with ...

Here’s what you need to know. Full retirement age is the age designated by law when you are allowed to claim your standard Social Security benefit. You are also allowed to work as much as you ...

Here’s what to know about taking Social Security and the trade-offs between claiming your benefit before, during or after ...