The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Filing for Social Security - and How to Avoid Them

The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Filing for Social Security - and How to Avoid Them

96% of Americans lose an average of $111,000 in their Social Security income due to mistakes made while filing for benefits, according to Forbes. There are over 2,700 rules in the Social Security handbook, so it’s easy for retirees to wind up committing errors. Unfortunately, any mistake made in a filing is irrevocable and will be codified in their accounts throughout their retirement – until death.  Since mistakes are carved in stone, it’s best…

The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Filing for Social Security – and How to Avoid Them

96% of Americans lose an average of $111,000 in their Social Security income due to mistakes made while filing for benefits, according to Forbes. There are over 2,700 rules in the Social Security handbook, so it’s easy for retirees to wind up committing errors. Unfortunately, any mistake made in a…