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 ...

There isn't a one-size-fits all answer for what age you should start collecting Social Security. Ask yourself these questions ...

Quick Read Research shows the optimal Social Security claiming age for over 90% of Americans. Claiming at the wrong time ...

You can claim Social Security between the ages of 62 and 70. The right age for most retirees will require some patience. A claim at the optimal age would maximize monthly income and your chances at ...

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Retirees who claim Social Security at age 62 receive the smallest monthly payout, while those who claim at age 70 receive the largest. Last year, about a quarter of new retired-worker beneficiaries ...

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Drawing Social Security at 62 reduces benefits by 25-30% permanently compared to full retirement age. Waiting until 70 increases monthly benefits by 8% per year past full retirement age. U.S. life ...

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 ...