Social Security: Why Claiming Benefits at 62 Isn't a Stupid Idea

If you file for Social Security at 62 with a full retirement age of 67, you'll slash your monthly benefits by 30% -- for life ...
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Will Social Security’s Full Retirement Age Be Changing in 2026?

The decision to claim Social Security is one of the most important financial choices you’ll ever make. The reason is that ...

Here's Social Security's Maximum Monthly Benefit in 2026 -- and What You Need to Do to Snag It

In 2026, Social Security's maximum monthly benefit at full retirement age is $4,152. However, seniors aren't required to ...

It's getting harder to qualify for Social Security in 2026. Here's why.

It's not a given that you'll qualify for Social Security in retirement. A big rule change could pose a problem for some ...

Social Security COLA hike coming in 2026. Don’t expect it to feel like a raise

The COLA boost is slightly better than earlier estimates, even if we're not talking about a lot of money. But many retirees ...