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There’s a reason seniors are told to think carefully before signing up for their Social Security benefits. The age at which ...

"As I expected to die, I began receiving Social Security at 64." As I expected to die, I began receiving Social Security at 64. This amount is half of what my benefits at full retirement age would ...

Readers' comments poured in on the buzzy topic of when to take Social Security and whether or not to take it at 62 and invest ...

The benefits provide important economic support for older people who cannot work. The White House recently halted changes to ...

If you're turning 70 in 2026 and haven't yet claimed Social Security, it may be because you're still working. Or, it may be ...

If you’ve been following the news on Social Security, you may be aware that the program is facing some serious financial ...

New 2026 rules and benefit increases may change how much of your Social Security is taxed. Here’s what retirees should know ...

Some Social Security decisions are permanent. Learn six costly mistakes you can't undo as well as how to avoid them to ...