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Can I Replace My Tier 1 Railroad Benefit By Filing For A Higher Social Security Benefit?
Hi. I was eligible for late husband's railroad retirement when I turned 60 few weeks ago. I am working part time for now to keep health insurance with my employer. My question is.... There is Tier 1 (social security) and then Tier 2. If my social security benefit is more than Tier 1 can I apply for that at age 66 and replace the Tier 1 with my social security benefit?
Hi,
Yes, that can be done.
Best, Jerry
Posted:
August 24, 2018