The problem with the “basic math” behind delaying Social Security is that it often overlooks longevity risk. While it’s true that waiting longer increases your benefit, your total lifetime payout ...

Know that claiming Social Security benefits at age 62 can shrink your checks by up to 30%. Yet, signing up that early could be the right move if it saves you from major financial stress. You want to ...

If you’ve spent any time planning for retirement, you probably know the basics of Social Security: most people can start claiming benefits at age 62, reach “full retirement age” (FRA) between 66 and ...

While some retirement plans allow in-service withdrawals, most discourage early access with penalties, taxes and missed growth potential. Before making a move that could undermine your long-term ...

The chief medical and health officer for the March of Dimes, states that the US is “one of the most dangerous developed countries for giving birth,” noting that the 20,000 infant deaths annually ...