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Everything You Need to Know About Social Security Benefits in 2025

By Kailey Hagen – Updated Nov 6, 2024 at 5:19PM

Key Points

  • Social Security assists retired and disabled workers and their families, distributing funds based on earned credits and work history.
  • Eligibility for benefits extends to spouses, children, and ex-spouses under specific conditions.
  • Claiming Social Security before full retirement age (FRA) reduces monthly benefits by up to 30%.
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