A long-standing change to the rules is taking effect in 2026 and affecting when you can claim full Social Security benefits.

What this means is that if you're turning 70 in 2026, you should absolutely claim Social Security. Waiting won't give you ...

The standard advice is to hold off, but most retirees claim the benefit as soon as they can, at age 62. Here’s what to know ...

You can claim Social Security starting at age 62. But you won't get your monthly benefits without a reduction unless you wait ...

According to the Social Security Administration, taking your benefits as early as possible (age 62 for those born after 1960) ...

Applying for disability benefits through Social Security, known as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), can be a tricky process, especially if you are also dealing with a difficult medical ...

Another good reason to claim Social Security at 62 is if you're in poor health and don't expect to live a long life. Filing early might reduce your benefits on a monthly basis. But if you only live ...

Social Security benefits are often the foundation of Americans’ retirement income, especially for those with limited savings. But the Social Security system is facing a significant financial shortfall ...

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to claiming Social Security benefits. Retirees face various circumstances that impact when to take benefits. A recent surge in claims may prompt more retirees to ...

Claiming Social Security too early quietly costs retirees more than almost any other financial choice they make.

Paid sick leave mandates (PSLs), which have been adopted by 18 states and the District of Columbia, require employers to provide regular wages when workers take short-term leave for their own or a ...

SSI and SSDI are Social Security benefits for people with disabilities based on different eligibility requirements. SSDI recipients also qualify for Medicare, while SSI recipients may qualify for ...