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

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When it comes to choosing a Social Security claiming age, many experts recommend waiting until age 70 to file. There's good ...

Imagine Lauren, who is 55 and harboring exactly those fears. She’s a single mom, and her two teenage children will be ...

There's a huge difference in benefits for beneficiaries claiming as soon as possible versus those waiting a few years.

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Social Security payment amounts are determined by several factors, including age of retirement or the amount paid into Social Security.

The decision to delay Social Security benefits until age 70 is often hailed as the gold standard of retirement planning. For ...

Still, your expenses may not drop so drastically in retirement. A good rule of thumb is to expect to need 80% of your former income to cover your costs without worry. So let's run some numbers to see ...

Despite the federal government shutdown, the Social Security Administration announced the official cost-of-living adjustment ...

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