4 Social Security Rules You Need to Know Before Turning 62

When you turn 62, you become eligible for Social Security retirement benefits for the first time. This is a major life milestone you're likely excited about if you're eager to leave work but need income from Social Security to make that possible.

But once you're legally allowed to claim benefits, you don't want to just rush into starting your checks. You owe it to yourself to know a few key details to make informed choices. In fact, it's best to learn these four key rules before becoming eligible so you don't request payments to start ASAP and then end up regretting it later.

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