Social Security, Age 70

First round of January Social Security payments goes out today
The first round of January’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, goes out to the first group of retirees today. Here is all you need to know about this month’s Social Security payments,
3 Reasons I'll Be Taking Social Security Long Before Age 70
Technically, you don't have to take Social Security when you retire. It's possible to leave your job at 62 and then wait until 70 to file for benefits. However, you'll need to rely on other sources of income during those years in between, which can take a hefty toll on your savings.
Social Security's retirement age increases today. Here's what to know
In 2024, the life expectancy for someone born in 1959 was 74 for men and 80.1 for women, according to a Social Security report. The report predicts continuing increases in life expectancy, which translates into even more years that beneficiaries will receive Social Security checks.
Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act: When Do Higher Payments Start?
For decades, Americans have seen lower Social Security checks if they fall into the circumstances under the WEP and GPO.
Want the Max $5,108 Monthly Social Security Benefit in 2025? Here's the Salary You Need.
The average retired worker collects around $1,925 per month in Social Security benefits, according to the most recent data from the Social Security Administration. But it's possible to earn far more, with the maximum benefit capped at a whopping $5,108 per month in 2025.
The Social Security COLA is lower than it’s been in four years. Here’s what that means for your spending.
The Social Security cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, for 2025 is a 2.5% increase. That means the monthly benefits checks for more than 72.5 million Americans will see their lowest annual bump in four years. While the smaller COLA is due to the normalization of annual inflation rates, many beneficiaries are concerned.
First round of January Social Security payments goes out in 1 day
January's Social Security payments are worth up to $4,873 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70.
41 States That Don't Tax Social Security Benefits
Social Security benefits can be taxable on the federal level for many retirees. Less than 20% of states tax Social Security benefits. Even among those states that tax Social Security benefits, it’s typically at higher income thresholds than the IRS uses.
This 1 move could shrink your Social Security check by up to 30%
You can maximize your benefits if you wait to claim Social Security until your full retirement age or older. However, claiming earlier could shrink your monthly check by as much as 30 percent. Workers can start to get Social Security retirement benefits as early as 62 years of age.
The biggest Social Security changes taking effect in 2025
As we step into 2025, you may be setting financial goals. While you're at it, you should also keep tabs on the Social ...
Who Is Affected By The Social Security Fairness Act And What To Do Next
Over 2 million Social Security beneficiaries had their retirement incomes reduced because of two programs. Here's how the ...
Planning Your Retirement? New Changes To Social Security In 2025 Could Affect You
The full retirement age (FRA), the age at which retirees can claim their Social Security benefits, has been gradually ...
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Here are five changes affecting Social Security recipients in 2025
Social Security recipients are getting a cost-of-living adjustment, starting this month, but that’s not the only change to ...
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