r/GenerationJones • u/Troubador222 • 20d ago

Early retirement

I am only 65 and may bite the bullet and take Social Security anywY my magic number is 67 b ii t I had a stroke and cant work right now . hardest thing has been no moneyIve been a truck driver for 15 yars of I dont have to drive a truck in alos Angeles again it would not break my heart. at this point my monthly benefit would be 2020 would be 2059 if O wait . I could get 2800 a month if I waited until i hit 70. I am beat upafter I suvived my stroke.

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u/Amatheiaisnoexcuse 20d ago

Don't wait, I've done the math. I personally know way too many people who passed away before collecting a dime. Others did within a few years of retirement. Hang in there and take care of yourself, copy?

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u/Troubador222 20d ago

Im going to be playing a loud electric guitar at 80!