Claiming Social Security: 7 Tools and Rules for DIY Investors

Deciding when to claim Social Security is tricky — and the wrong decision can be costly. DIY investors shouldn't leap in without these tools and rules.

# Claiming Social Security: 7 Tools and Rules for DIY Investors Deciding when to claim Social Security is tricky — and the wrong decision can be costly. DIY investors shouldn't leap in without these tools and rules. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/claiming-social-security-tools-and-rules-for-diy-investors) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*