Claiming Social Security at 62 Isn't the Risky Move You Might Think It Is. Here's Why.
If you're still at a job you enjoy at age 62, you may want to put your Social Security claim on hold since you don't need the money. If you have a nice amount of savings and feel you could use your benefits sooner to better enjoy them, then you may want to sign up as early as you're allowed to.
Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File
Claiming Social Security is one of the most significant things you might do in the course of retiring. So it’s important to put a lot of thought into that decision rather than dive in and hope for the best.
Five benefits you can apply for on the Social Security website
You must be at least 61 years and 9 months, and want your benefits to start in no more than 4 months. Apply at www.ssa.gov/retirement. You can use the online application at www.ssa.gov/disability to apply for disability benefits if you:
3 Social Security Changes Retirees Need to Know About in 2025
The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025 is indeed a most notable change in Social Security for 2025, but it's not an Earth-shattering one. The COLA, effective in December 2024, is just 2.5%. So if you were collecting, say, $2,000 per month, you'd now be getting $2,050.
How Much Will Social Security Pay Me in Retirement? Here’s How to Estimate Your Monthly Check
If you’re like most seniors, you’ll rely on  Social Security to provide a good portion of your income once you retire. But, it can be hard to figure out exactly what role Social Security will play in supporting you if you don’t know how much money you’ll get from the benefits program.
Social Security could owe you thousands of dollars. Here’s how to check.
First round of February Social Security payments goes out in seven days
The first round of February’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, will go out to the first group of retirees in seven days. Here is all you need to know about this month’s Social Security payments,
Social Security Payments: Is the February 12 dispersion only for Group 2 retirees?
Understanding the timing and strategies for Social Security payments can significantly impact your financial well-being. Learn how to navigate the system to ensure you receive the maximum benefits possible.
How US immigrants working illegally help fund programs they can't access, like Social Security and Medicare
Immigrants are vital to US tax revenue amid a declining birth rate and rising number of retirees.
Social Security March direct payment worth $967 goes out in 23 days
The next Supplemental Security Income payments are scheduled to be distributed on Feb. 28 because March 1 falls on a weekend.
What is the Social Security Fairness Act? How does it affect my social security benefits?
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Donald Trump Must Free Americans From Social Security, Not Fix It
The smallest of small minds will try to maintain an ineffective, wealth-sapping creation of the federal government.
Social Security Fairness Act Checklist: Six Things to Know
This Social Security Fairness Act checklist explains what public sector retirees can expect from SSFA, including how much ...
The Treasury's payment system is one of Elon Musk's targets. Here's what it does, from Social Security to tax refunds.
President Donald Trump said he gave Musk access to the payment systems, and while the Treasury said the access was limited, ...
How Elon Musk's access to Treasury system may impact Social Security, other government payments
News that Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk now has access to a government payment system that is ...
Social Security terminates ‘Gender X' marker, saving taxpayers over $1M: DOGE
The Social Security Administration made changes to how gender is identified on applications, limiting it to male and female and saving the agency over $1 million.