I’m 67 and plan to work for 5 more years. I was told to claim Social Security now. Should I?

“I was under the impression that once I elected to take my monthly benefit it was set for perpetuity.”

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“I was told as long as I work, I have to wait until I am 67 to start drawing my Social Security.”
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‘I trust that my husband isn’t a gold digger’: I’m inheriting millions of dollars. My husband says I’m ‘selfish’ to keep it. Should I share it?

“I have been a stay-at-home mom for the past five years and my husband is the sole breadwinner.”
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I’m 67, childless, and have $4.3 million. Do I have enough to start giving money away to my nieces and nephews?

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Will Trump’s policies lead to a recession? I’m 62 and earn $50,000 a year. How should I invest $100,000?

“I am considering selling my rental.”
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‘Should I feel guilty?’ My elderly neighbor and friend of 5 years left me her $1 million home. Do I split it with her two sons?

“I have plenty of money.”
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I’m the executor of my 90-year-old aunt’s estate. A neighbor threatened me and wants to buy her house. What should I do?

“I believe she doesn’t have that much time left.”
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