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Old 08-31-2022, 06:08 AM
Bridget Staunton Bridget Staunton is offline
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You cannot double dip. When I lost my sweetheart, SS suggested to take his until I was older and then take my own. This is what i did & the income is much larger. If you wait until your 70 it’s increased more because it’s based on longevity & your lifespan has decreased. My understanding