Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to ...

One of the biggest decisions you might have to make for your retirement is figuring out when to claim Social Security. You’re allowed to sign up for benefits at any point as long as you’re at least 62 ...

Once you retire, you’ll probably depend a lot on Social Security to cover your expenses. That’s why it’s so important to know your full retirement age, or FRA, which is the age you can claim Social ...

For many years, Social Security had allowed Americans to take their full retirement benefits at the age of 65. However, starting in 1983, Congress increased the full retirement age from 65 to 67, ...

If you’re planning for retirement or already approaching it, you’ve probably wondered how much your Social Security check will really be at age 65. For many Americans, this benefit is not just a ...

Planning for retirement feels overwhelming until you see real numbers. Countless middle-class families wonder if they'll have ...

A record number of Americans are turning 65 each year through 2027. However, that’s not quite old enough to receive full Social Security benefits. In 1983, Congress passed a law gradually raising the ...

Full retirement age is one of the most important Social Security rules that every current and future retiree should know.

Social Security is a vital source of income for many retired Americans, and it has been since its inception decades ago. The program is meant to largely be a supplement to a broader retirement plan, ...

Some older Americans, staring down potential Social Security benefit cuts, might look to access the program as soon as possible. Experts say that could be a mistake. Instead, potential beneficiaries ...