A new Social Security Administration report shows how benefits vary by age and lifetime earnings, and why higher earners ...

Think you know when to retire? Social Security’s ‘full retirement age’ might be misleading—here’s what it really means for your benefits.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In this photo illustration, a Social Security card sits alongside checks from the U.S. Treasury on October 14, 2021 in Washington, ...

Deciding when to claim Social Security is one of the most important financial choices many Americans will make in retirement.

The Eight Percent Promise That Fell Short Delaying Social Security past full retirement age increases benefits by 8 percent ...

Are you nearing retirement and considering taking Social Security? There are some key numbers to keep in mind, especially if you want to receive the highest possible monthly check. Most of us ...

It could cost the average retiree more than you'd think.

Full retirement age is when you can collect Social Security without a reduction. A change is happening in 2026 you should know about. It’s important to claim benefits strategically for your retirement ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What are the most popular ages that people start taking their Social Security retirement benefits? I’m turning 62 this year and trying to decide when to start taking my benefits. — ...

The full retirement age (FRA) when it comes to collecting Social Security benefits has changed for 2026. The FRA is now 67 for people born in 1960 and later. The new year brings a big change for ...