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The Biggest Social Security Claiming Mistake Isn't What You Think

The right strategy when claiming benefits is crucial.

The Biggest Social Security Claiming Mistake Isn't What You Think

Published July 15, 2026 · Category: Finance

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Deciding when to claim Social Security benefits is one of the most important retirement decisions you might ever make. After all, that choice could have a direct impact on your monthly retirement income for life.

The earliest age you can sign up for Social Security is 62. If you want your monthly benefits without a reduction, you'll have to wait until full retirement age arrives, which is 67 if you were born in 1960 or later.

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