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Full retirement age is changing for Social Security in 2026

Key Points Full retirement age rises to 67 in 2026 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Claiming at 62 instead of 67 cuts ...

Social Security’s full retirement age is changing in 2026 — here’s what it means for you

Claiming Social Security early means permanently lower monthly payments. For those born in 1960 or later, full retirement age ...

New year, new rules: 5 Social Security changes for 2026

Social Security benefits are eligible for a cost-of-living adjustment, or COLA, each year. The purpose of COLAs is to help ...

Full List of New Social Security Rules Taking Effect This Month

The highest income Social Security beneficiaries are now set to see a maximum benefit of $5,251 per month. That's an increase ...
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Data Shows Dave Ramsey is Dead Wrong About When to Claim Social Security

Dave Ramsey has been very clear on when you should claim Social Security. Both on podcasts and on the Ramsey Solutions blog, ...

At what age do most Americans start taking Social Security benefits?

You can sign up to begin your Social Security benefits at any time after age 62. However, you can increase your monthly ...

4 Social Security Decisions That Are Permanent (and Easy to Get Wrong)

Some Social Security choices cannot be changed once you file. Learn which four decisions are permanent, why they go wrong, ...
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Here’s How Social Security’s Full Retirement Age Is Changing in 2026

One of the biggest decisions you might have to make for your retirement is figuring out when to claim Social Security. You’re ...
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Why taking Social Security at 62 feels safe - and why it often isn’t

Claiming Social Security right at 62 may seem like a safe bet for a guaranteed check, but claiming early comes with ...