How to estimate your Social Security benefits in six steps

To plan smart for retirement, estimate your Social Security benefits years before you'll need the money. Here's how to do it.
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Your Social Security cheat sheet: Quick steps to estimate your Social Security retirement checks

The Retirement Calculator will show your estimated Social Security retirement benefits if you retire early (age 62 is the ...
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How the Social Security Administration Just Made Retirement Planning a Little Easier

13 years ago, the SSA introduced a site where you could find all your Social Security information in one place. This site makes it easy to see how much more you'll need to save or invest to meet your ...

See the maximum Social Security benefit for ages 62 to 85 in 2026

Those who work long, high-paying careers can receive thousands of dollars above the average Social Security benefit.
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It's Getting Harder to Qualify for Social Security in Retirement. Here's Why

To qualify for Social Security in retirement, you need to accumulate 40 work credits in your lifetime. The value of a work credit is rising in 2026. If you work part-time, this change is one to pay ...