{"id":3186,"date":"2019-01-22T14:32:15","date_gmt":"2019-01-22T14:32:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/strategic.fixedincomeaid.org\/?page_id=3186"},"modified":"2023-10-12T11:45:49","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T15:45:49","slug":"social-security-maximization","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/poolelocke.com\/financial-services\/social-security-maximization\/","title":{"rendered":"Social Security Maximization"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551212281023{margin-top: -90px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;background-image: url(http:\/\/poolelocke.fixedincomeaid.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/green-bak.jpg?id=3592) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1680&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_circle_2&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;rotateInDownLeft&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Though some people tend to take them for granted, Social Security benefits can be more valuable than you may realize. First off, Social Security is one of the few sources of income you can\u2019t outlive. The longer you live, the more you\u2019ll earn. What\u2019s more, Social Security provides survivor benefits. If you pass away, your spouse and dependent children can receive benefits based on your work record \u2013 much like an automatic life insurance policy.<\/p>\n<h3>When is the Best Time to Apply for Benefits?<\/h3>\n<p>Knowing when and how to apply for your benefits is a critical step in the Social Security planning process. The difference between the best method and the second-best method of collecting Social Security could mean an extra $100,000 or more in benefits throughout your lifetime. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to have all the information necessary to determine which filing strategy is best for your individual goals and situation. And even if you\u2019ve determined the best time and method for taking Social Security benefits based on your age, objectives, and lifelong earnings, it won\u2019t matter much unless you properly coordinate your benefits with your overall retirement income plan.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We\u2019ll work with you to make sure all your savings and investment vehicles are as reliable as Social Security, and capable of providing income you can\u2019t outlive. We\u2019ll help you determine:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How much you can expect to receive in benefits.<\/li>\n<li>The best time to apply for your benefits.<\/li>\n<li>The best strategies for maximizing your benefits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Maximize Your Social Security Benefits Today<\/h3>\n<p>Poole Locke Associates has helped hundreds of people prepare for Social Security, and we can help you, too. 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