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Social Security Matters
Pros And Cons Of Using Social Security Do Over
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Dear Rusty: I just recently turned 62 and have not yet filed for Social Security, but I’m wondering – Is it possible to start my Social Security benefits at age 62, take benefits for about six months just to get some extra money in, and then stop benefits and restart them again at my full retirement age of 66? If it is possible would it affect the amount at 66, which at present would be about $1400 per month? Signed: Wondering Dear Wondering: Well, the simple answer to your first question is yes but, since your goal is to get some money in, the details of the answer will probably make you not want to do that.