09/08/2026
Your last day of work and the day you begin Social Security are two separate decisions.
You might retire and delay claiming. You might continue working and begin benefits. Or another approach may make more sense for your circumstances.
Continuing to work can also affect your benefit calculation because Social Security generally calculates retirement benefits using your highest 35 years of earnings.
The important thing is understanding how the pieces work together.
Build your Social Security decision around your life—not simply your retirement date.
Download our free social security guide today at https://bit.ly/3SYcBs7
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