Learn why Social Security's full retirement age reaches 67 for good in 2026, how it changes your benefit options, and simple ways to time your claim wisely.

Some experts say the standard advice is only suited to people who meet two criteria.

Another good reason to claim Social Security at 62 is if you're in poor health and don't expect to live a long life. Filing ...

Learn how Social Security benefits are calculated in 2025, including FRA rules, reductions, increases, and step-by-step ...

For those born in 1959, 2025 is the last year their full retirement age will be 66. Increases will continue until the age of ...

The rules around when you can receive full retirement benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA) are shifting, ...

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.

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.