Social Security: 3 Reasons Not to Wait Until 70 to Claim Benefits
There's a reason some older Americans opt to wait until age 70 to sign up for Social Security: Filing at that age means locking in a boosted monthly benefit -- for the rest of your life.But while claiming Social Security at age 70 can be financially advantageous, it's not the right move for everyone. Here are a few reasons to consider putting in your claim for benefits much earlier.Image source: Getty Images.Continue reading

There's a reason some older Americans opt to wait until age 70 to sign up for Social Security: Filing at that age means locking in a boosted monthly benefit -- for the rest of your life.
But while claiming Social Security at age 70 can be financially advantageous, it's not the right move for everyone. Here are a few reasons to consider putting in your claim for benefits much earlier.
Image source: Getty Images.