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Here’s the Max Social Security Benefit at Age 62 — and How to Get It

Here’s the Max Social Security Benefit at Age 62 — and How to Get It

If you're hoping to max out your benefits while claiming Social Security at the youngest age, here's what you'd need to do.

4h ago The Motley Fool

It’s Not Just Larger Checks That Matter: This Big 2027 Social Security Change Could Put More Money in Your Pocket

It’s Not Just Larger Checks That Matter: This Big 2027 Social Security Change Could Put More Money in Your Pocket

There's more than just a cost-of-living adjustment in store for Social Security recipients.

13h ago The Motley Fool

If You’ve Saved This Much for Retirement by Age 70, You’re Ahead of the Game

If You’ve Saved This Much for Retirement by Age 70, You’re Ahead of the Game

Want to make sure you're on track for retirement? See how your savings stands up to your peers.

15h ago The Motley Fool

Planning a Large Roth IRA Conversion in 2026? This Could Be a Better Idea.

Planning a Large Roth IRA Conversion in 2026? This Could Be a Better Idea.

You definitely want to consider this before you start moving money around.

1d ago The Motley Fool

Are You Prepared for Medicare Open Enrollment? 3 Key Things to Do Today and 1 to Do Soon.

Are You Prepared for Medicare Open Enrollment? 3 Key Things to Do Today and 1 to Do Soon.

The right moves could make the process much easier.

1d ago The Motley Fool

Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 3–4)

Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (October 3–4)

Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that the IRS issued guidance and a revenue ruling drawing boundaries around what it perceives to be legitimate uses of the increasingly popular 351 exchange strategy. While the strategy as a whole remains a viable way […]

1d ago

Michael Kitces

The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Supposed to Boost the Average Check by $73 Per Month. Here’s Why Many Beneficiaries Will Get Less.

The 2027 Social Security COLA Is Supposed to Boost the Average Check by $73 Per Month. Here’s Why Many Beneficiaries Will Get Less.

Make sure you plan for this when building your 2027 budget.

1d ago The Motley Fool

Social Security Survivor Benefits: 6 Key Things to Know

Social Security Survivor Benefits: 6 Key Things to Know

Here's what to expect if your spouse passes away.

1d ago The Motley Fool

Will Claiming Social Security at 62 Hurt You Financially? Maybe Not.

Will Claiming Social Security at 62 Hurt You Financially? Maybe Not.

Filing for benefits as early as possible isn't always a mistake.

1d ago The Motley Fool

4 Major Social Security Announcements Coming on Oct. 14

4 Major Social Security Announcements Coming on Oct. 14

Social Security is just a few weeks away from big changes.

1d ago The Motley Fool

Social Security’s 2027 COLA Estimate Is Likely to Have Jumped in September, Courtesy of a Trump Bump and the Stock Market’s No. 1 Catalyst

Social Security’s 2027 COLA Estimate Is Likely to Have Jumped in September, Courtesy of a Trump Bump and the Stock Market’s No. 1 Catalyst

Independent estimates called for a 3.5% Social Security raise after the August inflation report, but the final figure should be higher.

1d ago The Motley Fool

We’re Less Than 2 Weeks Away From a Major Social Security Announcement

We’re Less Than 2 Weeks Away From a Major Social Security Announcement

You won't want to miss the big reveal.

1d ago The Motley Fool