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Can I File For Retirement Benefits At Age 62 If I'm Getting SSDI?

i am 62 and been collecting SSD for 10 years, the SSD is offset by Workers Compensation. I understand that when I turn 66 my SSD becomes SS Retirment with NO WC offset. My question is "can i get SS retirement now at 62?

Hi,

Yes you can, and if your reduced retirement rate would be higher than your disability benefit (SSDI) rate after the Workers Compensation offset is applied, it would likely be advantageous for you to do so.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
May 12 2017 - 9:15am
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