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

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

Waiting to claim Social Security benefits until age 70 would maximize your retirement income and secure a stronger financial ...

Larger monthly benefits don't automatically equate to more total income for you.

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

Learn how much Social Security income the average upper‑class retiree receives at age 82 and what factors can influence these ...

Age 70 has been the gold standard for drawing from Social Security. But is that the magic number for you? On Cincinnati Edition, we discuss how to determine when to start taking your benefit. We look ...

Over 70 million people rely on Social Security for essential income, including retirement, disability, and survivor benefits.

Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What are the most popular ages that people start taking their Social Security retirement benefits? I’m turning 62 this year and trying to decide when to start taking my benefits. — ...

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Social Security benefits change according to your past and present income, as well as the age at which you began claiming ...