Don't Claim Social Security If You Can't Answer These 4 Questions

Don't Claim Social Security If You Can't Answer These 4 Questions

First things first: You need to know how much Social Security income you'll actually be eligible for. Most people's Social Security income is well below the maximum $3,895 benefit, and it isn't enough to live on without supplemental savings. By finding out how much money you'll get from Social Security, you can make sure it's enough -- combined with income from savings and other sources -- to cover your costs.