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Many retirees view their full retirement age (FRA) as the best time to start receiving Social Security benefits, as you will receive 100% of your benefits with no restrictions on continuing to work.
In 2026, the maximum benefit someone reaching their FRA this year can receive is $4,152. You earn the maximum FRA benefit by working 35 years and earning the maximum taxable amount of your earnings every year. For 2026, maximum taxable earnings are $184,500. All your earnings above this amount are not calculated into your Social Security benefit amount.
If you are turning 62 this year, the maximum amount is $2,969; for someone turning 70, it is $5,181. Once again, you must earn the maximum taxable amount for 35 years. Your benefit increases by 76% from age 62 to 70. If you have a long life expectancy and will be heavily dependent on your Social Security benefits, you may want to consider delaying your benefits until age 70.
An article about the maximum benefit at age 67 was written by Lee Huffman. To read the full article about this topic, click here ….
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