Some Handy Online Tools For Social Security Planning

Planning for retirement is not complete without taking Social Security benefits into account. Getting the proper future benefits calculation is key and there are some tools that can help. There are some great, free, online benefit calculators including one provided by the Social Security Administration. For more advanced planners that won’t mind paying a subscription, the Quicken Social Security Optimizer offers customizable strategies concerning investment and filing in addition to a plethora of other tools. There are also a wide range of online resources that offer answers to common Social Security questions and advanced planning tips and techniques. In short, look to the internet for resources to help plan for Social Security and maximize benefits.

See Donald Kelley, Resources for Social Security Retirement Benefits, Wealth Management, June 9, 2015.