【myq opens but does not close】17 Tips To Live Comfortably Off Just a Social Security Check
kupicoo / iStock.com pikselstock / Shutterstock.com 1. Delay Taking Your Social Security Benefits Retiring from work and beginning to collect Social Security are two reasons to celebrate getting older. Although you are able to start collecting Social Security at age 62,myq opens but does not close your monthly benefits will be significantly higher if you wait until you reach your full retirement age, which ranges from 65 to 67 depending on the year you were born. For example, if your full retirement age is 67, but you start collecting Social Security at 62, your benefits will be 30% less than they would be if you waited the additional five years. If possible, wait to start collecting until even after you reach your full retirement age. If you delay collecting Social Security until age 70, you will receive your maximum Social Security benefits. See: 35 Countries Where Your Social Security Check Goes Furthest Tom Merton / Getty Images 2. If You Already Filed For Social Security Early, Consider Withdrawing Your Claim Did you claim your benefits early and now find that you're shocked by the true costs of retiring on Social Security? If you filed for Social Security within the past 12 months, you can withdraw your claim and restart at a later date if you want to increase your benefits. However, it's important to note that if you choose to withdraw, you must repay all the benefits you received up to that point. Still, this could be worth it in the long term to be able to max out your Social Security payments. Read: 10 US Cities With Plenty of Jobs and Cheap Housing katleho Seisa / iStock.com 3. Plan Out Your Social Security Survivor Benefits If you are married, it's important to discuss how to maximize Social Security benefits should one spouse die. When one person dies, the widow or widower can receive the deceased spouse's benefits instead of their own if the benefits are higher than what they were receiving before. So it makes sense for the higher-earning spouse to retire later so that when two Social Security checks coming to the household become only one, the surviving spouse will receive the greatest benefits possible. Find Out: What Social Security Will Look Like in 2035 Ruslan Guzov / Shutterstock.com 4. Move To an Area With a Lower Cost of Living Your Social Security benefits will stretch further when your cost of living is lower. If you live in an expensive location, consider moving to a place where you can live on only a social security check. Cities like Tuscon, Arizona and Reno, Nevada have warm weather and plenty to do for retirees, plus their cost of living is low. Check Out: 35 Surprising Cities With Low Costs of Living Jose Luis Pelaez Inc / Getty Images 5. Pay Off Debt Before Retiring To make the most of your Social Security income, it's best to pay off all debts, including credit card bills and mortgages, before retiring. This way you can focus on putting your benefits towards what you need day-to-day, rather than spending it on things you purchased in the past. Story continues gpointstudio / iStock.com 6. Relocate To a Tax-Friendly State Most states and Washington, D.C. do not tax Social Security benefits, but you can make your benefits stretch even further if you live in a state with even fewer taxes. Alaska and New Hampshire levy no tax on sales or income, and Florida, Nevada, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming do have sales taxes but don't impose state income taxes or taxes on pension income, according to AARP. Read More: 10 Myths About Early Retirement Iakov Filimonov / Shutterstock.com 7. Get a Roommate Splitting living expenses with a roommate or housemate is a great way to make your dollars stretch further, plus it can prevent the loneliness that often comes with being a retiree. A SmartAsset study found that in some major cities, renters who split a two-bedroom with a roommate save more than $800 a month over those who rent a one-bedroom on their own. Even if you are not renting, having a roommate can lower the amount you spend on utilities, internet, cable and energy. Check Out: Best Cities To Retire on a Budget of $1,500 a Month Iakov Filimonov / Shutterstock.com 8. Take Advantage of Free Entertainment You don't need to spend any of your Social Security check to stay busy and have fun. Go to a museum with free admission or check out a library book to stay entertained during the day. You can also attend open mic nights at a local coffee shop or theater, which often do not charge an admission fee. Other free activities include attending book readings, going to a lecture at a local college or university and attending free outdoor concerts. Of course, these benefits might have to wait until after states are fully reopened from the coronavirus shutdowns. oneinchpunch / Shutterstock.com 9. Invest In an AARP Membership An AARP membership costs $16 a year, but the discounts can earn you the membership fee back plus more. AARP members get savings on health and wellness expenses, restaurants, entertainment, shopping and community memberships that go beyond regular senior discounts. Discover: How Much Do I Need To Retire? Johnny Greig / Getty Images 10. Move To a Retirement Community If you are planning to relocate, moving into a retirement community could be cheaper than purchasing a new home in the area. "They're often cheaper than the surrounding homes in the market that are open to everyone," said retirement coach Sara Zeff Geber. Plus living in a retirement community makes it easier to socialize with other people your age. However, you need to be realistic about what you can actually afford with your Social Security check, as some luxury retirement communities can be really expensive. Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.com 11. Go To Restaurants That Offer Senior Discounts Living on Social Security will mean you're on a pretty tight budget, but it's okay to eat out every once in a while -- especially if you go to a restaurant that offers a senior discount. Many popular chains offer up to 25% discounts on meals for people 55 and older, even on takeout. For example, Chili's offers a 10% senior discount every day and Uno Pizzeria & Grill has a 25% discount for seniors on Wednesdays, according to TheSeniorList.com. Educate Yourself: Here's How Much Restaurants Mark Up Your Food SolStock / Getty Images 12. Save While You Shop Sprucing up your wardrobe doesn't have to take a big chunk of your Social Security check. Many major retailers offer discounts to senior shoppers: Banana Republic gives 10% off to shoppers age 50 and up, Kohl's gives shoppers 60 and above 15% off every Wednesday, and Ross has a 10% off Tuesday deal for anyone age 55 and up, according to TheSeniorList.com. Syda Productions / Shutterstock.com 13. Don't Overpay for Prescriptions Medication costs can really add up. To save money on your prescriptions, always opt for the generic when possible. And consider joining a prescription membership program wherever you buy your medication to receive discounts and earn rewards. For example, the Rite Aid Rx Savings Program gives members 15 percent off or more on meds, and a 30-day supply of most generics costs only $9.99 with the plan. Shutterstock.com 14. Get Outside An easy way to stay active for free is to go for a daily walk or hike. Make a morning walk around your neighborhood part of your daily routine, or visit a local hiking trail to enjoy nature in your area. Going for hikes during times when most people are at work saves you the hassle of dealing with crowds, so you can really enjoy the peace and quiet of the outdoors. Shutterstock.com 15. Volunteer One of the best ways to feel good is to give back to those in need. Volunteer your time to a cause that's important to you -- it's a free way to spend your time that benefits others as well. monkeybusinessimages / Getty Images 16. Go Back to School Many local colleges and universities allow seniors to take college classes for free thanks to tuition waivers for residents age 60 and older. Even if your local higher education institution doesn't offer a tuition waiver, you might be able to audit classes for free. This means you can attend all classes and lectures, but you won't receive a credit for the classes you take. One benefit of auditing is that you don't have to deal with exams and homework assignments. Halfpoint / Shutterstock.com 17. Try a New Gym Class (for Free) You might not have had time to hit the gym regularly while you were working, but now there's no excuse to not be active. Medicare members can join the free SilverSneakers program, which gives seniors access to over 14,000 gyms and fitness centers across the country. Not only do you have full access to participating gyms, but SilverSneakers members can enjoy free classes at the gym and beyond. If you've never tried yoga or want to dance your way to health, you can do so without spending a dime. Unfortunately, this perk may have to wait until all gyms are fully open and safe to go to again. More From GOBankingRates The 5 Fastest Ways To Become Rich, According To Experts Social Security Schedule: When You'll Receive Payments For The Remainder of 2021 9 Easy Things You Can Do to Start Preparing for Retirement Now Should You Refinance Now With the Low Mortgage Rates? 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