'Ramsey Show' host tells retiree, 65, to 'absolutely' pull Social Security instead of living off his $220K 401(k) — but not all experts would agree

At 65 years old, Lloyd thought he was doing everything right. He was retired, his house was paid off, and he had $220,000 ...
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Here's the Average Social Security Benefit at Ages 62, 65, and 70

The Social Security Administration assigns you a full retirement age (FRA) based on your birth year. Claiming under your FRA shrinks your checks by up to 30%. Consider your financial situation ...
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The Absolute Number 1 Reason to Claim Social Security at 65

Social Security is the backbone of many people’s retirement planning. However, figuring out when to retire is often easier ...
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Should You Start Social Security at 62, 65, or 70? This Is the Best Age for Most Retirees, According to a Statistical Analysis

Retirees who claim Social Security at age 62 receive the smallest monthly payout, while those who claim at age 70 receive the largest. Last year, about a quarter of new retired-worker ...

What's changing with Social Security in 2026 — from COLA raises to Medicare costs

Social Security rules have some changes in store for 2026, such as tax rules and cost-of-living adjustments. Here's what ...
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2026 Social Security COLA estimate at 2.8% but it may not cover expected Medicare increase

Social Security recipents may see a 2.8% rise in their monthly checks next year, according to a new estimate based on the latest inflation report, but Medicare payments are still expected to ...
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Social Security Is About to Complete a Major Rule Change Congress Established Over 40 Years Ago, and New Changes Could Be Coming Soon

Congress enacted a new law in 1983 to ensure Social Security can continue paying full benefits. One aspect of the changes was spaced out over multiple decades, culminating next year. Congress ...