Before claiming Social Security benefits, make sure you've taken these steps.

Waiting to claim Social Security benefits until age 70 would maximize your retirement income and secure a stronger financial ...

If you're eligible for $2,000 a month in Social Security at full retirement age, filing at age 62 will shrink your monthly ...

The age you claim Social Security can shape your lifetime income. Compare benefits at 62, full retirement age, and 70 to see ...

Picture this: You've worked for decades, paid into Social Security every single paycheck, and now retirement is finally ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security is one of the most important financial choices many Americans will make in retirement.

One of the most important decisions you’ll make about your retirement is your choice of when you should claim your Social Security benefits. Unfortunately, many retirees make a simple mistake when it ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tom Hager – “Mister Social Security” – offers expert advice from Ohio. As I have always said, when and at what age you take Social ...

If you're thinking about claiming Social Security next year, you need to understand how your claim will impact your retirement income. Your claiming age will affect your monthly and lifetime benefits.