Why Some Retirees Lock In Smaller Social Security Checks — and How to Avoid It

Here are five steps that can help you make the most of your benefits.

# Why Some Retirees Lock In Smaller Social Security Checks — and How to Avoid It Here are five steps that can help you make the most of your benefits. **Read the full article:** [Money.com](https://money.com/retirement-bigger-social-security-checks-guide/?xid=moneyrss) *This article was originally published by Money.com. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*