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Social Security Claiming Optimizer

Compare claiming at 62, 67, or 70. See breakeven ages and lifetime benefits to maximize your Social Security.

Your Inputs

Monthly Benefits by Claiming Age

Age 62

$1,991

30% reduction

Age 67 (FRA)

$2,844

Full benefit

Age 70

$3,527

24% increase

Lifetime Benefit Comparison

By Age 80

$430,075@62
$443,728@67
$423,249@70

By Age 85

$549,541@62
$614,393@67
$634,873@70

By Age 90

$669,006@62
$785,058@67
$846,497@70

Analysis

Breakeven: Age 79 (67 vs 62)

Breakeven: Age 62 (70 vs 67)

Recommended: Claim at age 70

Delaying to 70 maximizes lifetime benefits and provides the highest survivor benefit.

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Social Security: Age 60, $80,000/yr, 35 years worked.

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