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In my role I’m often asked, “When should I start Social Security?” It’s a fair question. This decision affects your income for the rest of your life, so it deserves careful thought. Proverbs 21:5 reminds us that good planning matters, and deciding when to start Social Security is one of those moments. Let's consider some of the factors.

As a participant in the BMA of America Retirement Plan, you know that a good retirement strategy is not just one-dimensional. It takes multiple streams of income working together—Social Security and your retirement plan investments—to provide both security and flexibility. This combination helps build what we call your Future Funded Ministry, allowing you to minister with or without compensation in your golden years.