See the typical Social Security benefit at ages 62, 67, and 70, how the amounts compare, and what claiming at each age ...

The difference between claiming early and waiting could be thousands of dollars per month.

For many people approaching retirement, claiming Social Security at age 62 feels like a smart choice. You get a guaranteed income now, rather than the prospect of a higher income at some point in the ...

The age at which you file for Social Security benefits can dramatically impact the size of your monthly payment. On average, however, the age at which you initiate your benefits doesn't alter your ...

Should I start receiving Social Security benefits at 62 or wait a few years? How does my decision affect my spouse’s benefits? Every day tens of thousands of people are making decisions about when ...

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. — ...

For Americans of a certain age, there may be no bigger question than this. At what age should I take Social Security? At age 62? Sixty-five? Seventy? The question matters, because your monthly Social ...

Older Americans can choose when to sign up for Social Security. Age 62 is the earliest age to file and results in reduced benefits. Dave Ramsey thinks claiming benefits at 62 makes sense for one big ...

Learn how much the average person receives in Social Security at age 65 and explore strategies to maximize benefits and manage financial challenges.

After a long career, many people can't wait for the day they finally cash in on their Social Security benefits — and waiting ...