Larry, turning 69 half in Nov, applying for SS benefits to start Jan 2020 so first check feb, What do i put on the ss application to ensure i get all the DRC on that first check vs the 2 year delay thank you

Hi,

As long as you specify January 2020 as your month of election to start your Social Security retirement benefits you'll be credited with all of the delayed retirement credits (DRC) you'll earn through December 2019. By the way, Social Security pays benefits behind a month, so your payment for January won't be due until February.

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Best, Jerry