5 Things to Know If You Hope to Retire at 62 - AARP Many people retire at 62 because that’s the earliest you can collect Social Security retirement benefits But just because you can claim monthly benefits at 62 doesn’t always mean you should Social Security pays 100 percent of the benefit calculated from your lifetime earnings history if you claim it at full retirement age
How ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Could Change Your Tax Bill - AARP The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) lowered five of the seven personal income tax brackets, including the top rate, which dropped from 39 6 percent to 37 percent Those rate reductions were set to sunset at the end of 2025, but the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as the measure is widely called, makes them permanent
Early Retirement Health Insurance Options - AARP If you retire at 62, you probably won’t be eligible for Medicare Medicare for all but those with disabling chronic conditions begins at 65 One option to fill part of the gap is to use COBRA to keep your insurance A health plan through the ACA marketplace is widely available Other options are available for a select few early retirees
When to Apply for Social Security - AARP Make an informed decision about when to apply for Social Security benefits Learn the factors that can impact your choice and find the best time for you
Biggest Social Security Changes for 2025 - AARP The COLA isn't the only thing changing for Social Security next year Here are seven important ways Social Security will be different in 2025