Full retirement age is one of the most important  Social Security rules that every current and future retiree should know.

Once you retire, you’ll probably depend a lot on Social Security to cover your expenses. That’s why it’s so important to know your full retirement age, or FRA, which is the age you can claim Social ...

The Motley Fool reports the average retirement age remains 65 for men and has risen to 63 for women, though many expect to ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to claim Social Security.

One of the biggest decisions you might have to make for your retirement is figuring out when to claim Social Security. You’re ...

For the purposes of calculating your retirement benefit, working after full retirement age is essentially the same as working before. After all, you’ll continue to pay Social Security taxes on your ...

Social Security changes take effect in early 2026, including a higher full retirement age, a new COLA, and increased wage ...

That’s why understanding exactly when you qualify for your full benefit is crucial. Yet, most people don’t.

Deciding on when to retire, what supplement to have with Medicare, or if an Advantage Plan works for a person, can be complicated. An insurance agent can help with the insurance decisions, and when to ...

Financial pros recommend waiting as long as possible to claim your Social Security benefits. Most Americans say they're ...

At age 67, most retirees can claim the full amount of benefits to which they are entitled. The amount is based on the number of years they worked and their career earnings. Retirees can choose to ...

Several factors are important in deciding when to claim Social Security retirement benefits. Multiple statistical studies reached a similar conclusion about the optimal age to claim Social Security.