Age for full Social Security benefits goes up this year

Social Security changes in 2025: How old you need to be for full benefits
Yes, you can claim Social Security benefits as early as age 62, but your benefit will be permanently reduced. The reduction is calculated based on how many months before FRA you begin collecting benefits. For example, if you turn 62 in 2025, your benefit would be about 30% lower than if you waited until 67.
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.
Social Security: Data Shows This Is Hands-Down the Best Age to Take Benefits -- but There's a Big Catch
Despite the overwhelming data suggesting that age 70 is the best age to file for Social Security, it's important to look beyond finances when making this decision. Factors like your overall health, life expectancy, and general retirement goals should also factor into the age you file.
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.
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.
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.
The age for full Social Security benefits goes up this year: What Wisconsinites should know
Full retirement age for Social Security has been slowly increasing to 67, hitting the milestone this year. Here's what it means for Wisconsinites.
Claiming Social Security at 70 Is Risky. Here's Why.
Taking benefits at age 70 results in the largest monthly payday you can get. It may not result in the most lifetime income, though. Look at the big picture to decide when to sign up for Social Security.
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Age for full Social Security benefits goes up this year. How old do you have to be?
The full retirement age for Social Security benefits increased to 67 for those born in 1960 or later. Individuals can start receiving reduced benefits at age 62, but waiting until full retirement ...
Gen X workers and 4 things they should know about Social Security before retirement
Gen X, defined as those born between 1965 and 1980, are next in line for Social Security, as its eldest members are just two ...
'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 ...
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Ending the Retirement Earnings Test: A Pro-Growth Proposal to Cut Social Security Taxes and Improve Program Solvency
When Social Security began in 1935 in the wake of the Great Depression, its designers included a retirement earnings test intended to push older workers out of the labor force to reduce competition ...
I'm 66 and don't work full-time anymore. I consider myself 'fluidly retired.'
I'm 66, and I consider myself 'fluidly retired.' I don't work full-time anymore but I haven't stopped working entirely.
Is It Better to Collect Social Security at 62 or 70? A Detailed Study Provides a Clear Answer.
One initial collection age -- within the traditional claiming range of 62 to 70 -- gives retirees their best chance to ...
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 ...