When you’re nearing retirement age, the decisions you make regarding your Social Security benefits are going to shape your ...

Finance guru Dave Ramsey has a contrary take on several common financial issues. For one thing, he says your credit score ...

Learn how to easily estimate your Social Security benefits using the official SSA tool, and understand how work history and ...

Want to wait to claim Social Security? These smart financial strategies can help you avoid tapping it too early.

The earlier you claim Social Security, the smaller your monthly benefit will be. You probably know your Social Security ...

As Social Security nears its 90th anniversary, Americans’ confidence in the future of the program has dropped. Here’s what to ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits is crucial for retirement planning. The age at which you start affects your ...

I am looking to retire at 62. I'm single with a 12-year-old daughter, splitting parenting time with my ex-wife. I pay $1,000 a month in child support and I pay for all of her activities, which is ...

Retirees can claim Social Security between the ages of 62 and 70. Arguably the biggest decision retirees will make when it ...

We take a look at how Americans’ year of birth affects their ‘full retirement age’, and how your monthly benefits go up the ...

Claiming Social Security at 62 is often dismissed as a mistake, but for some retirees, it can be a strategic decision that enhances their retirement lifestyle.

The resounding advice about filing early for Social Security retirement benefits is pretty unambiguous: Don’t do it. However, if you can’t delay — due to immediate cash flow needs — or don’t want to ...