Check if automatic. If not, use the 7-month IEP (3 months before 65th birthday). Apply online via SS to avoid penalties.

Nestled in the heart of Macon County where the Appalachian and Nantahala mountains play a game of “who’s more majestic,” Franklin offers that rare combination of natural splendor and wallet-friendly ...

David Altig, Laurence J. Kotlikoff, and Victor Yifan Ye conducted an extensive analysis of the data in 2022. They concluded, "We find that virtually all American workers age 45 to 62 should wait ...

You can start claiming benefits as early as age 62, but you'll receive less. If you're waiting until 65 or later, here are 6 ...

One sign that you may be ready to claim your Social Security benefits is if you've reached the age of 62 -- because that's the earliest age at which retirement benefits can be claimed. You can claim ...

Some older Americans, staring down potential Social Security benefit cuts, might look to access the program as soon as ...

The Social Security Administration penalizes you for every month you claim checks under your FRA. You lose 5/9 of 1% per ...

Falling behind on retirement? You’re not alone and it’s not too late. These 5 smart, actionable steps can help you boost your savings, grow your wealth, and get back on track faster than you think.

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a bill in Trenton that will eliminate the state tax on Social Security, tips, and overtime.The ...