From time to time, we get a listener question on our Sunday morning show on WCCO that opens the door to a much larger ...

A growing number of retirees have been paying federal tax on their benefits. A new $6,000 per person senior deduction reduce taxes for some seniors, but doesn’t change the way Social Security is taxed ...

One of the most important concepts to understand as you map out your financial future is the “income floor,” a strategy that ...

The average retiree collects $851 more per month at age 70 than at 62. Social Security benefits go a long way for millions of retirees, lifting around 16 million adults age 65 and older out of poverty ...

I’ve been saving up questions I’ve gotten from readers about benefits for spouses. It’s an issue I’ve covered a hundred times in this column. But the questions still keep ...

Claiming Social Security benefits at 62 instead of 70 can permanently reduce your monthly check. See how much retirees could lose by claiming early in 2026.

Millions of Americans will receive their February 18, 2026 Social Security payment under the updated SSA schedule, including ...

The problem with the “basic math” behind delaying Social Security is that it often overlooks longevity risk.

Filing for Social Security at 62 will result in a large reduction in your benefits. If you want to make the most of that money, it may be worth taking the hit if you can afford it. We’re bullish on ...

Age 62 is the soonest you can sign up for Social Security. Your benefits will be reduced permanently for an early claim. Make sure you're equipped to deal with that financial hit, or otherwise pledge ...

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Understanding Social Security benefits is crucial as you approach retirement age. At 62, you reach an important milestone: the earliest age when you can begin claiming benefits. However, filing at ...