The standard advice is to hold off, but most retirees claim the benefit as soon as they can, at age 62. Here’s what to know ...

Explore the Social Security benefit amounts you can receive at various retirement ages and whether the monthly amount or the lifetime amount matters more to you.

To qualify for Social Security in retirement, you need to accumulate 40 work credits in your lifetime. The value of a work credit is rising in 2026. If you work part-time, this change is one to pay ...

Question: I'm 68, and health issues have forced me to retire from my full-time job. Should I claim Social Security now or use my savings until I'm 70 so I receive a larger benefit amount? Answer: I'm ...

If you’re a younger worker, or know someone who is, early retirement may be part of the plan. After all, lots of workers now want to retire at 40, 50 or 60. Check Out: New Social Security Change Means ...

I am 64 and hope to retire next year. I have $140,000 in savings and about $260,000 in my retirement fund. I take in about $2,200 in monthly rent from four properties and will get about $700 in Social ...