Social Security
News, insights and expert analysis on social security from the team at Kiplinger.
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Gen X? Challenges Lie Ahead as Retirement Nears
Tapping home equity and working longer are key strategies that can help overcome a savings shortfall.
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Should You Claim Social Security Early or Late? A Financial Adviser Weighs In
There isn't a wrong age to start claiming Social Security, but there are factors that everyone should consider to avoid leaving money on the table.
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Social Security 2025: The Outdated Tax Rules Costing Retirees Money
Retirement Taxes Could the Social Security 90th anniversary be a good time to revisit old tax thresholds?
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Eight Strategies for Deciding When to File For Social Security
Applying at age 70 maximizes your monthly payout, but claiming early could provide advantages that can’t be quantified on a spreadsheet.
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Suze Orman's Number One Retirement Mistake
Interview Find out what Suze Orman thinks costs people thousands of dollars in retirement.
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Three Common Social Security Myths in 2025: A Retirement Strategist Explains What You Need to Know
Taxes on benefits haven't been eliminated, and based on current projections, the program isn't going bankrupt. Understanding the truth about Social Security and knowing what you can control can help you better prepare for retirement.
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How to Estimate Your Social Security Benefits in Six Steps
To plan smart for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.
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Social Security Turns 90 — Five Important Things to Know
Social Security has become a cornerstone of the American retirement system and works to keep over 16 million retirees above the poverty line. Here are five key facts about the program as it turns 90.
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Social Security Planning Strategies and Challenges as It Hits Its 90th Year: A Financial Adviser's Guide
Longer life expectancies and changing demographics put extra pressure on the program, making it crucial for future retirees to understand its evolution, common myths and how to strategically plan for their benefits.
