You become eligible at 62, but your checks get bigger for every month that you put off claiming your benefits, up until the ...

You're allowed to sign up for Social Security at any point once you turn 62. You're eligible for your monthly benefits without a reduction once you reach full retirement age, which is 67 for anyone ...

You may think you've done all you can to maximize your Social Security benefits. You worked hard for decades. You increased your income over your career. Now you're staring at the application screen ...

The earlier you claim Social Security, the smaller your monthly benefits will be. Delaying the point at which you file for benefits can grow your checks by anywhere from 5% to 8% per year. In deciding ...

The Social Security Administration assigns everyone a full retirement age (FRA) based on their birth year. Every month that you delay Social Security increases your checks. For most people, delaying ...

I have written to you in the past and the assistance you provided me was tremendous. I am 61 and will be 62 in February. I have another question regarding Social Security benefits. I am retired ...