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EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 13 MIN

You Should Always Take Social Security at Age …

from The Investor Coaching Show with Paul Winkler · host The Investor Coaching Show

Today, Paul and Jim discuss an article that claims the math proves the optimal age to take Social Security is 70. Listen along as these advisors talk about why each plan is unique and some reasons it may be a bad choice to take it at that age. Confident investors know that taking benefits at a mathematically perfect age can be a trap, but learning about your own plan and goals can help you discover the right age for you to start taking benefits.   Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.

Today, Paul and Jim discuss an article that claims the math proves the optimal age to take Social Security is 70. Listen along as these advisors talk about why each plan is unique and some reasons it may be a bad choice to take it at that age. Confident investors know that taking benefits at a mathematically perfect age can be a trap, but learning about your own plan and goals can help you discover the right age for you to start taking benefits.   Want to cut through the myths about retirement income and learn evidence-based strategies backed by over a century of data? Download our free Retirement Income Guide now at paulwinkler.com/relax and take the stress out of planning your retirement.

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Today, Paul and Jim discuss an article that claims the math proves the optimal age to take Social Security is 70. Listen along as these advisors talk about why each plan is unique and some reasons it may be a bad choice to take it at that age....

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