Married couples have the most flexibility when it comes to collecting Social Security benefits
When it comes to collecting Social Security benefits, married couples have the most flexibility. The best strategies depend on the relative ages and individual earning histories of the spouses but in most cases, it makes sense for the higher-earning spouse to delay claiming Social Security to lock in the maximum benefits. In Mary Beth Franklin’s column, she explains the claiming strategies available to married couples. Read her column here…
The AMAC Foundation offers a free-to-the-public advisory service to all folks ageing into–or already in–Social Security. This service provides guidance in understanding the complexities of Social Security and the myriad rules and regulations associated with the process for claiming benefits, with NSSA-Certified Social Security Advisors available via email or telephone to discuss options. Learn more about this service via the Foundation’s website.