Claiming Social Security at 62 can make sense for some retirees. Learn when it could be the right financial move, plus the key risks to weigh before deciding.

Do you know when to apply for Social Security benefits? What's the best age to start receiving monthly payments? Part of the answer lies in your birth year.

The problem with the “basic math” behind delaying Social Security is that it often overlooks longevity risk. While it’s true ...

Many Americans are taking Social Security early, but is that wise? It depends. Here's what to know when deciding when to claim Social Security.

While delaying a Social Security claim often makes sense for some seniors, there is a situation where delaying makes no sense ...

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When to start claiming Social Security is an important decision in retirement, and it's personal. If you were to ask 10 different people what age they would recommend you start claiming Social ...

If you've been following the news on Social Security, you may have heard recently that the program is even closer to potentially having to cut benefits. And unfortunately, that's not just a rumor. The ...

It's not easy to qualify for the biggest Social Security benefit. There are three main criteria to meet. Even you fall short, though, you might still increase your benefits considerably. You may not ...

Angelica Leicht is the senior editor for the Managing Your Money section for CBSNews.com, where she writes and edits articles on a range of personal finance topics. Angelica previously held editing ...