14 Mar 2026 10:05 am
The math says take the money at 62…the break even point for me was 83 if I would have waited the 4yrs 4 months to get full benefits…Fuelman » 12 minutes ago » wrote: ↑ The max early SS retirement penalty is 30% at age 62.
It is a little more difficult to log into SS these days but definitely seems more secure. Took me a couple of times to get it done with the SS App on phone. Selfie and picture of drivers license. I already knew what the number was approximately as I checked it since I was 50.
Personally, I would take it as soon as possible. I have little faith in politicians fixing this train wreck.
I totally get the burden of caring for a family member. Mom turns 86 in June, perfect health, no medications, just a mind going to mush. We pretended there was an emergency and she needed to call me. She couldn't do it. Yes, I definitely limit the time I'm gone from the house.
Politics aside, Family comes first!
besides, making it to 83 is a stretch for anyone, much less, longer…
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