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personal-finance1 year ago

"The Average Social Security Benefit at Age 67: What You Need to Know"

The average monthly Social Security benefit for retirees at age 67 is around $1,845, with men receiving $2,055 and women receiving $1,638 on average. Waiting to claim benefits until age 70 can result in substantially higher monthly payments, but filing at age 67 can be a smart compromise for those seeking larger payments while still retiring a little earlier. Ultimately, the decision on when to claim Social Security benefits is highly personal and depends on individual financial goals and circumstances.

personal-finance2 years ago

Decoding Social Security: Maximizing Benefits for Every Age Group

The Social Security Administration provides data on average monthly retirement benefits for different age groups. To beat the averages, individuals can resist collecting benefits before their full retirement age, delay receiving benefits beyond their full retirement age to boost benefits by 8% per year, earn more money during their working years, and work longer to accumulate more eligible years. However, if already receiving benefits below the average for their age, there is little that can be done to change the situation.