Claiming Social Security at 62? You May Need to Rethink That

Claiming Social Security at 62? You May Need to Rethink That

One of the biggest decisions most people have to make when it comes to Social Security is when to start taking benefits. You can start your retirement benefits as early as age 62, but the longer you wait -- up until age 70 -- the higher your monthly benefit will be. At 62, you're younger than what Social Security considers your full retirement age.