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Retirees Consider Social Security Options

Updated 2026-06-11 09:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

A couple in their sixties with significant assets is considering when to claim Social Security benefits. They need advice on how to maximize their income for the next 25 years.

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MarketWatch

Our financial adviser keeps pushing annuities even after we said no. Should we fire him?

“He claims that we are his only clients who have not jumped on this great opportunity.”

2026-06-11 09:15 UTC

MarketWatch

My wife and I are 61. We have $2.2 million and $5,000 in Social Security benefits. Do we claim early?

“We need our assets and income to support us for the next 25 years.”

2026-06-11 09:15 UTC