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Christy Bieber

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Former college teacher. Textbook contributor. Personal finance writer. Passionate advocate of smart money moves to achieve financial success.

Recent Articles by Christy Bieber

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Aug 13, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Ways You Could Reduce Your Social Security Check By Mistake

Shrinking your Social Security check could have financial consequences. Find out three ways you could accidentally end up with less money than you expected.

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Aug 13, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Studies Say When to Claim Social Security -- But You May Not Want to Listen to Them

Studies show that 70 is the best age to claim Social Security, but you need to make a decision based on your own finances and financial goals. Here's why you might want to make a different choice.

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Aug 12, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Some Americans Are Already Done Paying Social Security Tax for the Year. Here's Why.

If you make a lot of money, you may have fulfilled your obligations to pay Social Security benefits already in 2024. Here's why that's the case.

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Aug 12, 2024 by Christy Bieber

70 May Be the Best Age to Claim Social Security -- but Not in These 3 Situations

Studies have shown that 70 is usually the best age to claim Social Security. However, that doesn't mean it's the best move in every single circumstance.

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Aug 11, 2024 by Christy Bieber

This Is Absolutely the Biggest Social Security Check Any Senior Will Get This Year

Seniors may get a check as high as $4,873 from Social Security, but no retiree's payment can be bigger than that in 2024. Here's why.

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Aug 11, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Thinking of Claiming Social Security Early? Here's How Much You'll Shrink Your Benefit

If you claim Social Security ahead of schedule, you're going to accept a reduced monthly benefit for life. See just how much smaller your benefits will be.

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Aug 11, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Get Ready for Some Bad News About Social Security's 2025 COLA

Social Security's cost of living adjustment is almost definitely going to be smaller next year than it is this year. Find out more about why your benefits may not go up as much as you might expect.

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Aug 10, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Thinking of Claiming Social Security Soon? Answer These 3 Questions First.

If you're considering a Social Security claim, you should make certain that you know the answers to three key questions before you act. Here's what those questions are, along with some tips on how to find out the answers.

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Aug 10, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Reasons Your Future Social Security Benefit Will Disappoint You

You may be excited about getting Social Security benefits, but your checks are likely to disappoint you for three key reasons.

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Aug 10, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Social Security's COLA Could Break a 32-Year Record in 2025. Will It?

There's a very good chance that Social Security's COLA will do something in 2025 that has not happened since 1992. Here's why.

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Aug 10, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Delaying Social Security in This Situation Is Always a Huge Mistake

Delaying Social Security can usually pay off for retirees, but there's one situation when it makes no sense to put off your claim.

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Aug 9, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Signs You're About to Claim Your Social Security Benefit Too Soon

Starting Social Security benefits too soon could lead to big regrets later in retirement. Watch out for these three signs you're making a mistake.

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Aug 8, 2024 by Christy Bieber

This Is Exactly How Much the Youngest Retirees Have Received in Social Security So Far This Year

The youngest retirees receive less money from Social Security than their older counterparts because an earlier claim can result in a reduced benefit. Here's what you need to know.

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Aug 8, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Unexpected Reasons 62 Is the Best Age to Claim Social Security

Claiming Social Security at 62 means shrinking your benefits, but there are some surprising reasons that starting your checks so young could be the right move.

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Aug 7, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Things to Know Today About Social Security's 2025 COLA

Social Security includes a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), and you need to understand how it works and what your raise might look like next year if you're a retiree.

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Aug 6, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Are Your Social Security Benefits Higher or Lower Than the Average American's?

The average monthly Social Security benefit was $1,918.28 as of June 2024. How do your benefits compare?

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Aug 6, 2024 by Christy Bieber

3 Reasons I'd Never Claim Social Security at 62

While 62 is the earliest possible age to claim benefits, I'm absolutely not interested in starting my checks at that time. Here's why I wouldn't claim benefits so young.

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Jul 23, 2024 by Christy Bieber

This Is Exactly How Much Social Security Pays the Average Retiree Each Month

The average Social Security retiree receives a benefit of $1,918.28 per month. Find out what this means for you.

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Jul 21, 2024 by Christy Bieber

Yes, It's Possible to Join the Ranks of Retirement "Super-Savers." Here's What You Need to Do

Becoming a retirement super-saver is within reach, with a few tweaks to your finances.

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Jul 21, 2024 by Christy Bieber

July Is an Important Month for Social Security. Here's Why

During the month of July, we'll get the first real numbers that will determine the amount of the 2025 Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment. Learn more here.

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