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New Research Challenges One-Size-Fits-All Advice to Delay Social Security to 70

Recent guidance emphasizes case-by-case claiming decisions shaped by longevity, work rules, expected returns.

December Social Security: Payment Dates Set, Extra SSI Deposit, 2026 COLA Begins

Social Security Claiming Choices Come Into Focus for 2026

Experts Push Case-by-Case Social Security Claiming Over Automatic Delay to 70

Retirement at 65 Is No Longer the Norm as Guidance Shifts to Personalized Social Security Planning

Social Security Timing in 2025: Delays Raise Checks, Early Claims Carry Lasting Cuts

As August’s Third Payments Near, What Can Shrink Your Social Security Check