Claiming Social Security Soon? 5 Smart Moves to Make Before You File

Claiming Social Security is a lifelong decision, and poor choices can cost the average couple more than $180,000. Complete these tasks to avoid a big mistake.

# Claiming Social Security Soon? 5 Smart Moves to Make Before You File Claiming Social Security is a lifelong decision, and poor choices can cost the average couple more than $180,000. Complete these tasks to avoid a big mistake. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/social-security/claiming-social-security-soon-smart-moves-before-filing) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*