3 Things You Must Do Before You File For Social Security Benefits
The majority of retirees will depend on their Social Security benefits for at least a significant portion of their income. In fact, half of married couples and nearly three-quarters of unmarried beneficiaries rely on their monthly checks for at least 50% of their retirement income, according to the Social Security Administration.
Social Security benefits can potentially make or break your retirement, so it's crucial to have a strategy behind how and when you choose to file for benefits. Before you start claiming, make sure you do these three things.
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