I’m 63 and tried claiming Social Security early, but it was declined because I’m still working. Is that allowed?
Dear Help Me Retire, I am 63 and decided I want to go ahead and start drawing my Social Security retirement benefits. I am still working full time. I was told that I cannot receiv
How And Why I Delayed My Social Security Until Age 70
We carefully adjusted our living expenses so that we could be satisfied with less income compared to our working years. It also helped that we had some control over the hours we worked and that our work involved helping people. Both of these conditions helped us enjoy our semi-retirement more.
Retiring on Social Security Alone in 2025? Here's the Monthly Income You May Be Looking At
If you're coming up on your retirement date without a lot of money in savings, you're not alone. Many people struggle to build savings for retirement due to a variety of factors, from sluggish wages to medical bills and other unforeseen expenses that get in the way of steady IRA or 401 (k) contributions.
Preparing retirees for changes in Social Security Fairness Act
Kathryn McCall, a CFP and financial adviser with CAPTRUST, highlights how individuals previously affected due to shifting from private to public sector roles will now receive fair compensation without pension penalties.
3 Little-Known Social Security Rules All Married Retirees Should Know
Social Security retirement benefits are usually straightforward. You work for years. You file for Social Security once you're old enough to do so. You receive the benefits. Easy-peasy, right? However,
2 Little-Known Social Security Rules Everyone Needs to Know by the Time They Reach 62
When you claim Social Security has a big impact on how much you'll receive each month. If you claim early, you might end up regretting the reduction to your benefit. These two rules can help in cases where you wish you had delayed Social Security a bit longer.
I’m Still Working at 70. Do I Have to Claim Social Security?
Key Points You won’t be forced to claim Social Security if you don’t want benefits. Once you turn 70, there’s nothing to be gained by waiting to signing up. Understand the program’s rules so you don’t lose out on benefits.
The New Social Security Law May Boost Your Benefits—What One Expert Wants You To Know
Going forward, you could receive your full monthly Social Security benefits. Right now, it’s difficult to figure out what ...
Here's How to Collect Social Security Without Working a Day in Your Life
Qualifying for Social Security benefits in retirement generally goes something like this: Work and pay taxes on your income.
Social Security: What Changes Could Happen Under Trump?
Trump has pledged to end taxes on Social Security income, which could change payments for millions of Americans.
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3 of the Most Disastrous Social Security Moves You Can Make
Millions of seniors today would not be able to pay their bills without Social Security. And when it’s your turn to retire, ...
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President Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act, one of the last bills of his presidency
President Biden signs the Social Security Fairness Act, reversing unfair provisions and boosting benefits for millions of current and retired public service workers.
How Much Could Trump’s Social Security Pick Impact Your Benefits? What to Expect in 2025
President Donald Trump has tapped businessman Frank Bisignano as the Social Security Commissioner. What could that mean for ...
Some Social Security Recipients to Get Higher Benefits Under New Bill
Proposed legislation aims to increase Social Security benefits for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities by ...
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Disabled Virginia woman faces eviction as Social Security continues to hold money it says she qualified for
The former office receptionist and warehouse worker was denied disability benefits from the Social Security Administration in 2021, reapplied the next year, and then waited, and waited.
Social Security's Early 2026 Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Projection Is In -- and It's a Good News/Bad News Scenario for Retirees
For instance, let's hypothetically say the collective price for a large basket of goods and services regularly purchased by ...