While choosing the right timing to apply for Social Security retirement benefits can be complicated, the actual process of applying is a lot more straightforward.
You can apply for your monthly benefit at any time between the ages of 62 and 70. I urge you to consider looking over the four things I think every Social Security applicant needs to know before filing a claim. Understanding birthday rules and the impact of accelerating or delaying your application for benefits will help you get the biggest check possible. After all, who doesn't want to get more than the average Social Security benefit?
