Social Security, Age

Age for full Social Security benefits goes up this year: What Oklahomans should know
Full retirement age for Social Security benefits has been inching up from 65. This year, it finally hits 67. Here's what that means for Oklahomans.
Full Retirement Age For Social Security Benefits Changed—One Expert Explains the Shift
For many years, 65 was the age at which you were able to retire and start taking full Social Security benefits, but a law passed in 1983 changed that for some beneficiaries. The full retirement age (FRA) for Social Security benefits rose this year under amendments to the program designed to stretch its funding.
How old do you have to be to receive Social Security benefits? Age changes this year
A record number of Americans are turning 65 years old each year through 2027. But they still must wait to receive full Social Security benefits.
Age for full Social Security benefits has risen. How old do you have to be in Michigan?
Full retirement age for Social Security benefits has been inching up. This year, it finally hits 67. Here's what that means for you.
This Is the Average Social Security Benefit for Age 75
If you're wondering why younger retirees have such smaller benefits, here's why: Each of us has a full retirement age at which we can start collecting the full Social Security benefits to which we're entitled, based on our earnings record. For most of us, that age is 66 or 67.
US Social Security changes: Why Americans must wait until 67 to avail full retirement benefits
The US Congress passed a law in 1983, gradually increasing the full retirement age (FRA) from 65 to 67 to address rising life expectancy and financial strain on Social Security. As of this year, those born in 1960 or later must wait until they turn 67 to receive full benefits.
Social Security Age Change 2025: Only those born before this date are eligible for the 100% retirement
Starting in 2025, a significant change is coming to Social Security, affecting when millions of Americans can retire with full benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA)
Deciding When to Claim Social Security? Here's Why Age 62 Might Make Sense
You can claim Social Security beginning at 62, but doing so will permanently reduce how much your monthly benefit amount is. Even so, there's one key reason to claim Social Security at 62: Flexibility.
Social Security retirement age rises to 67, may increase further
As life expectancy increases, the Social Security retirement age is now 67, with potential for future increases.
Here are 5 myths about Social Security that millions of Americans believe — How many are going to hurt your retirement?
Considering that Social Security accounts for most (if not all) of many retirees’ income, it makes sense to learn as much about it as possible. But according to Nationwide Mutual Insurance, there are big knowledge gaps in Americans’ understanding of the federal program,
This trend has important implications for Social Security’s full retirement age
As part of its review of a recent proposal, the Social Security actuaries provided another contribution to the extensive body of evidence showing that life expectancy is positively related to income and that the gap between those at the top and the bottom of the income distribution has increased over time.
More Americans are turning 65 each year, but not yet old enough for full Social Security
Full retirement age for Social Security benefits has been inching up to 67 from 65. This year, it finally hits 67. Here's what that means for you.
'You Can't Take it With You' — Four Things You Lose in Retirement
There will inevitably be things you lose in retirement. But it's not all gloom and doom. Most people find happiness: here's ...
I’m 63 and retirement is around the corner — but I’m reading lots of articles about ‘why you should never retire.’ Is there any truth to that?
The reality is that retirement can lead to less social interaction. That could result in feelings of isolation. A 2024 survey ...
First round of March Social Security payments goes out in 12 days
The first round of March’s Social Security payments, worth up to $5,108 for the highest-income earners who retire at age 70, ...