Robert turns 62 on April 22nd. When is he eligible to start receiving benefits?

The eligibility for Robert to start receiving Social Security retirement benefits is determined by his birth date. Robert turns 62 on April 22nd, which means that he officially reaches his full retirement age for Social Security purposes on that day. However, benefits generally begin the month following the month in which a person turns 62.

Since Robert turns 62 on April 22, he will be eligible to start receiving his benefits beginning on May 1st. This aligns with Social Security's rules that benefits can be collected starting the first day of the month after a person reaches 62. Therefore, May 1st is the correct and appropriate choice for when he can start receiving his benefits.