Mr. Stillman's Opus

Social Security timing is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make in your retirement planning journey. Should you wait until 70 to claim your benefits, or is it better to start earlier? Today we’re going to answer a question from someone who planned to wait until 70 for Social Security so they didn’t leave money on the table, but now that they’re approaching age 68, they’re having second thoughts about waiting. So what’s the best path forward? John breaks down the pros and cons of taking Social Security at different ages and why there’s never one answer that applies to every situation. He’ll also share practical examples of how Rosewood Wealth Management has helped clients make the best decision about Social Security within their overall income plan. You want a well-thought-out retirement plan that takes your entire financial picture into account because Social Security is a decision need to get right.   Here’s what we discuss in this episode: 0:00 – Intro 0:44 – When to start taking Social Security ben