This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 66
Social Security benefits can make retirement far more affordable, but the age at which you begin claiming will have a profound effect on the amount you receive. You can file for retirement benefits as early as age 62, but for every month you wait past that age, you’ll receive slightly larger payments. You’ll collect 100% […]
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 62
As you near retirement, one of the more important decisions you will make is when to claim Social Security benefits. It’s a decision that will affect how much you receive monthly, so you don’t want to just gloss over it, like people tend to do with terms and conditions. The earliest you can claim Social […]
Prepare Now: 3 Crucial Social Security Updates Effective January 2025
Social Security is one of the biggest topics of debate in politics these days. Without a substantial change to the program, the Social Security Administration will have to cut benefits for tens of millions of retirees. With just two months left in 2024, it’s unlikely Congress is capable of making any major overhauls to the […]
I Used to Think 62 Was a Terrible Age to Claim Social Security. Here’s Why I Was Wrong.
Social Security is a more flexible program than some people expect. In fact, you get a pretty long window to sign up for benefits, assuming you’re eligible for a monthly payday in retirement. The earliest age to sign up for Social Security is 62. And you’re entitled to your full monthly benefit based on your […]
3 Reasons to Join Costco This November
Image source: Getty Images In September, the cost of a Costco membership went up for the first time in years. Now, you’re looking at $65 a year for a Gold Star membership or $130 for an Executive membership — this option gives you 2% cash back on purchases. Despite this recent fee hike, a Costco […]
