Before You Take Social Security, Answer This 1 Simple Question

In fact, around three-quarters of retirees say they rely on their benefits significantly, according to a 2022 survey from The Motley Fool. If you're closing in on retirement, there's one important question to ask yourself before you start taking Social Security: How much will you collect in benefits per month? If you don't know your benefit amount and it ends up being lower than you anticipated, it could spell trouble for your retirement.