This Social Security Mistake Could Cost You Nearly $4,000 Per Year

Social Security benefits can make up a considerable chunk of income for many retirees. In fact, for around 1 in 5 baby boomers, Social Security is their only source of income in retirement, according to a 2021 survey from the Nationwide Retirement Institute.

If you're going to be depending on your benefits to make ends meet in retirement, it's wise to make sure you're earning as much as possible. And there's one simple misunderstanding that could potentially cost you thousands of dollars per year.

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