A measure of the availability of a benefit. The National Compensation Survey (NCS) presents data on the percent of workers with access to, and who participate in, employee benefits.
How to Collect Social Security. The U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) allows eligible individuals to collect Social Security retirement benefits at any point between 62 and 70 years of age. There are pros and cons to early or late collection, but the process remains the same.
According to the Social Security Administration, SSA, the maximum benefit you can take depends on the age you retire. For example, if you retire at your full retirement age, 66, in 2013, your maximum benefit would be $2,533.But if you retire when first eligible at age 62 in 2013, your maximum benefit would be $1,923.lick here for information on continuing to work and the benefits of delaying your Social Security benefits. How to easily apply for Social Security. You should apply for benefits three months before you wish to start collecting. You can apply in as little 15 minutes by going online.