'Do what's right for you': What readers say about taking Social Security at 62

Readers' comments poured in on the buzzy topic of when to take Social Security and whether or not to take it at 62 and invest ...

‘I expected to die’: I claimed Social Security early, but I’m still alive

I heard a little rumor that I could also receive half of what my husband will get when he is at full retirement age.” ...

Social Security Disability, a Protection for Some Workers, Is at a Crossroads

The benefits provide important economic support for older people who cannot work. The White House recently halted changes to ...

Americans fear coming changes to Social Security

Social Security was launched during the hardships of the Great Depression. President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed it into law ...

When do I get my Social Security benefits? First round of December payments arrives Wednesday

The first round of December's disability payments will be dispersed Wednesday. Use your birthday to see when you'll get your ...

What’s the average Social Security payment in each state?

The data shows that some states receive hundreds of dollars more per month than others. Nationally, average monthly payments ...
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Medicare’s new 2026 premiums aren’t pretty - especially for Social Security enrollees

Medicare premiums rise sharply in 2026, and retirees may see part of their COLA raise wiped out. Learn how the new costs work ...

Delaying Social Security until 70 can boost monthly payouts, but only a small share of Americans do it. Here’s why waiting too long could backfire

Delaying Social Security benefits until 70 is often touted as a strategy to maximize lifetime income. However, this path ...