May 20, 2024 · Many people retire at 62 because that’s the earliest you can collect Social Security retirement benefits. But just because you can claim monthly benefits at 62 doesn’t always mean you …

Oct 10, 2018 · By filing at 62, or any time before you reach full retirement age, you forfeit a portion of your monthly benefit. If you were born in 1964 or later, for instance, filing at 62 could reduce your …

Oct 6, 2025 · Collecting Social Security Benefits at 62 vs. 67 vs. 70 How to receive your highest monthly benefit, and when it makes sense to start collecting early By 5

Jan 3, 2024 · How can I get health insurance before age 65? If you retire at 62 and lose your employer’s health insurance, you’ll need to find other coverage until Medicare begins. You have several …

Dec 11, 2025 · Calculating your break-even age can help you determine which Social Security claiming strategy will pay the highest total benefits over your lifetime.

Dec 5, 2025 · If your mate isn’t yet on Social Security, you can claim your retirement benefit at 62 (or later) and switch to spousal benefits when they do file.

Jan 9, 2026 · Key takeaways If you retire at 62, you probably won’t be eligible for Medicare. Medicare for all but those with disabling chronic conditions begins at 65. One option to fill part of the gap is to use …

Dec 2, 2025 · This calculator estimates your monthly Social Security retirement benefits based on your earnings history and the age when you start to claim benefits.

5 days ago · The basics of social security retirement benefits, including how benefits work, how payments are calculated and awarded, and what you need to apply.

Apr 16, 2024 · There are scenarios when it makes sense to claim Social Security early, at age 62. But for others waiting until 70 makes more financial sense.