General Retirement Questions

1. How do I apply for Social Security retirement benefits?
2. Will unemployment benefits affect my Social Security benefits?
3. Will withdrawals from my individual retirement account affect my Social Security benefits?
4. At what age should I start receiving my Social Security retirement benefits?
5. Can I withdraw my Social Security retirement claim and reapply later to increase my benefit amount?
6. Do I qualify for benefits as a spouse if I am now in, or the surviving spouse of, a civil union, domestic partnership, or other non-marital legal relationship?
7. Will you lower my Social Security benefits if I get a pension from work not covered by Social Security?
8. Can I get Social Security retirement benefits and military retirement benefits?
9. What is the average monthly benefit for a retired worker?
10. What is the maximum Social Security retirement benefit payable?
11. How do I earn Social Security credits and how many do I need to be eligible for benefits?
12. What is full retirement age?