
Delaying Social Security benefits isn’t right for everyone. If your health isn’t great, holding off on collecting your checks might not be the right move.
“Many people believe waiting until age 70 is the best option, but that’s not always the case,” said Sarah Maitre, chartered financial analyst (CFA), certified financial planner (CFP), founder and financial planner at Camriel Advisors. “It’s important to run the numbers for your specific situation, to understand what makes the most sense for you.”