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United States Social Security Administration
Coverage of United States Social Security Administration in the Nexus archive.
- ‘He is retired’: Should my husband take his Social Security at 62 and invest it?
A couple is considering whether the husband should take his Social Security benefit at age 62 and invest it, with a potential monthly benefit of $1,600. The decision may be influenced by the fact that the husband stayed home with their kids while his wife worked. This situation raises questions about optimal retirement strategies.
- ‘I nearly made a major misstep’: I claimed my Social Security benefits at 64 instead of 70. Here’s why.
The author of the article claimed their Social Security benefits at age 64 instead of 70 and reflects on the decision. Many people are disengaged from their financial lives, leading to potential missteps. This realization is based on personal experience and observation.