In general, more than 20% of newly awarded retirees claim Social Security as soon as possible, which is age 62. In turn, they received the smallest possible benefit based on their personal ...

When you turn 62, you become eligible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most financial experts strongly advise that you ...

The first wave of Social Security claims resulting from the Social Security Fairness Act signed into law on January 5 has been processed and checks are being sent, the Social Security Administration ...

According to the Urban Institute, claiming Social Security at age 62 instead of age 67 translates into a 30 percent reduction in monthly benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has received ...

Starting March 31, many Americans could be required to travel to Social Security offices to limit ‘fraudulent activity,’ even as DOGE closes branches nationwide. In a statement, the SSA explained: ...

Age 62 is the most common age at which to begin receiving monthly checks While financial advisers often urge their clients to wait as long as possible to claim Social Security benefits - until full ...

At a recent internal meeting, a Social Security administrator projected some numbers on a screen to illustrate a remarkable trend: New benefit claims were up by more than 15% in March, compared with ...

It makes sense to try to get as much money from Social Security as possible. Spousal benefits don't work the same as benefits you claim on your own earnings record. A strategic move that may benefit ...

'My ex-husband passed away four years ago. We were married for 20 years.' "Is there any way I can claim some of his benefits other than the death benefits?" (Photo subject is a model.) Dear Help Me ...