Again, there's not necessarily a one-size-fits-all answer as to when you should take Social Security. But some analysts have ...

For most Americans, the decision about when to start Social Security is the single biggest retirement math problem they will ...

By that math, your typical American man would be smart to claim Social Security at age 62, the first year of his eligibility.

A Reddit poster asked forum users when they plan to retire and why. Many said access to their pension or eligibility for Medicare guided their choice. Preparing for early retirement is smart even if ...

Social Security's so-called "full retirement age" — the age when people can start collecting all of their earned benefits — is about to hit a new threshold, a change that will affect Americans born in ...

For Americans ages 45 to 54, the median 401(k) balance is just $67,769 according to Vanguard’s How America Saves Report. This ...

Social Security’s full retirement age rises to 67 in 2026 for anyone turning 66 next year or later. The later full retirement age delays penalty-free work options while collecting Social Security.

In 2026, there are some significant changes to Social Security. Whether you’re thinking about retiring next year or just trying to plan ahead, it’s important to stay on top of the new rules affecting ...

58% of current retirees left work sooner than planned due to health problems or lack of employment opportunities. The median retirement age is 62 despite 49% of workers planning to work past 65. A ...