How to Score an Extra $1,983 or More in Your Social Security Check
When you start collecting Social Security benefits, the amount you receive will be dependent on how many years you work, how much income you earn during those years, and the age at which you start claiming. It's important to understand how your benefits are calculated because you can do certain things to prepare for Social Security to ensure that you will collect the highest benefit possible when the time comes.
If you had done these two things, you could land an extra $1,983 in monthly benefits next year, which amounts to close to $23,800 annually.
The age at which you start claiming Social Security benefits can significantly impact how big your monthly checks will be.
Source Fool.com
