Should you claim Social Security at 62, or not?
62 is the “magic age” when most are eligible to start collecting their Social Security benefits, but is it wise to do so? Well the answer is, “It depends”. As with many things in life you have choices, and whether to apply for benefits as soon as you can or wait until you can get a higher amount is one of them. This article by Motley Fool’s Maurie Backman explores the reasons why it sometimes makes sense to claim Social Security benefits at age 62, and why it sometimes makes sense to wait. Click here to read more.
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