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Pensioner's Social Security Decision

Updated 2026-07-13 10:40 UTC 1 source Neutral

A 67-year-old pensioner with a $140,000 pension is considering whether to wait until age 70 to claim Social Security benefits. The decision could impact his wife’s future income.

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I’m 67 with a $140,000 pension. Should I wait until 70 to claim Social Security so my wife gets more?

“When I pass, all my retirement income is reduced to $30,000 a year.”

2026-07-13 10:15 UTC