The 1 Question You Must Ask Yourself Before You Claim Social Security

The 1 Question You Must Ask Yourself Before You Claim Social Security

If Social Security worked more like Medicare, signing up would be simpler. With Medicare, eligibility begins at age 65, and while you get a seven-month window to sign up, ultimately, there's generally a single age at which you're entitled to health benefits. With Social Security, you're entitled to your full monthly benefit based on your earnings history once you reach full retirement age (FRA).