3 Little-Known Ways You Can Boost Your Social Security Benefits by Hundreds of Dollars per Month
Social Security is an essential part of retirement budgeting for many American seniors. Nearly 9 out of every 10 retirees said they rely on Social Security at least in part to make ends meet, according to an annual poll from Gallup. As such, it's important to make the most of your retirement benefits.
Many people know they can earn a higher monthly benefit check by waiting as long as possible to apply for Social Security. But you may need to get more creative if you've already applied. What's more, the Social Security program offers workers in their 60s a great opportunity to boost their benefits.
Here are three little-known ways you can increase your monthly Social Security check, sometimes by hundreds of dollars per month.
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