Think you know when to retire? Social Security’s ‘full retirement age’ might be misleading—here’s what it really means for your benefits.

It could cost the average retiree more than you'd think.

These countries have the highest and lowest retirement ages in the world — but that doesn’t give the full picture of which is ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In this photo illustration, a Social Security card sits alongside checks from the U.S. Treasury on October 14, 2021 in Washington, ...

The age you claim Social Security can shape your lifetime income. Compare benefits at 62, full retirement age, and 70 to see ...

As is always the case, putting some pencil to paper to create a clear comparison is much better than just trusting your gut.

When you collect Social Security, you’re entitled to a standard benefit. This amount is called your primary insurance amount ...

The full retirement age (FRA) when it comes to collecting Social Security benefits has changed for 2026. The FRA is now 67 for people born in 1960 and later. The new year brings a big change for ...