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Is Dave Ramsey Right About Claiming Social Security at 62? The Math, Tested

Dave Ramsey's advice on claiming Social Security at 62 is sparking debate as the retirement age changes.

By · Published August 23, 2026 at 11:26 UTC · Updated August 23, 2026 at 12:24 UTC

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The Social Security retirement age changed this year, sparking renewed interest in the optimal time to claim benefits. The change has prompted a flurry of analysis, particularly around Dave Ramsey's advice to claim benefits at 62. Ramsey argues that certain groups of Americans benefit significantly from early claiming.

However, the math behind this advice is not universally accepted. Yahoo Finance and AOL.com have tested the math, but the results are not conclusive. Meanwhile, MARCA and Cleveland.com provide general information on the retirement age change and the maximum payments available.

The debate hinges on individual circumstances, such as life expectancy and other income sources. However, the specifics of who benefits most from claiming at 62 are not yet clear. The discussion also touches on the implications of delaying benefits until 70, with finance.biggo.com noting that working past 67 can still trigger taxes.

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What is the new Social Security retirement age?

The Social Security retirement age changed this year, but the exact details are not specified in the coverage.

Who benefits from claiming Social Security at 62?

According to Dave Ramsey, certain groups of Americans score big by filing for Social Security at 62. However, the specific groups are not detailed in the coverage.

What are the tax implications of working past 67?

Working past 67 can still trigger taxes, according to finance.biggo.com. However, the specific tax implications are not detailed in the coverage.

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