Why Smart People Take Social Security at 62

Many of us daydream about retiring early -- and then assume that we can't. It's true that if you're way behind in saving up for retirement, you may have to toil far longer than you'd like. But early retirement is more possible for many people than they think, and Social Security can be a big help toward that end.

Here's a look at why you might want to start collecting Social Security at age 62.

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