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Many Americans Overlook Key Strategies for Maximizing Social Security Benefits

Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News

A new study finds that 90% of Americans plan to claim Social Security benefits before age 70, despite expert advice to delay for higher payments, due to concerns about financial stability and lack of retirement savings, amid ongoing debates about the program's future.

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Rising Social Security Claims Amid Fund Concerns

Originally Published 7 months ago — by NPR

There has been an unexpected surge in Social Security retirement claims between January and May, driven by factors such as demographic shifts, policy changes, and fears about economic and political stability under the Trump administration, prompting many to claim benefits earlier than planned despite financial disadvantages.

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