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The minimum age for retirement under Social Security in the US is 62 years, even in 2025. However, the Full Retirement Age (FRA) varies depending on the person's date of birth. If your date of birth is 1960 or later, your full retirement age is 67 years. Age 62: You can take Social Security benefits, but there will be a reduction. This reduction permanently reduces your benefits. Full Retirement Age (67 years): At this age you get full Social Security benefits. Age 70: If you wait until age 70, your benefits increase, as every year of delayed benefits increases by up to 8%.This system gives people the option to make decisions based on their financial needs and retirement planning. Social Security is a major government scheme in the US that provides financial security after retirement. Even in 2025, this plan offers some key age-based benefits, which can be understood in detail:

1. Minimum age to start retirement (62 years): You can start taking Social Security benefits at the age of 62, but it may be reduced by up to 30%. This reduction is permanent. People who take early retirement often choose this option for financial help.

2. Full Retirement Age (FRA): Full retirement age is for those who get full benefits without any reduction. Full retirement age for people born in 1960 or later is 67 years. There is a reduction in benefits if taken before FRA, while there is no loss if taken after FRA.

3. Bonus on taking benefits after 70 years:If you wait till the age of 70, your benefit increases by up to 8% every year. This is called Delayed Retirement Credits. This is an option to get more benefits, especially if your life expectancy is high.

4. Spouse and dependents benefits:Your spouse and dependents (children or disabled dependents) can also benefit from your Social Security plan. A spouse can receive up to half the benefit at FRA. If a child is in your care, he or she can get additional financial support.

5. Impact on earnings and Social Security benefits:If you take benefits and work before full retirement age, your earnings may be limited to a certain limit: This limit may be about $21,240 (annually) in 2025. Earning more than this limit may result in a reduction in benefits. There are no earnings limits after full retirement age.

6. Tax implications:Social Security benefits may also be taxed if your total income (Social Security benefits + other income) exceeds a certain limit: Single filers: Tax on more than $25,000. Married couples: Tax on more than $32,000.

7. Life expectancy and retirement planning: The choice of Social Security benefits should be based on your life expectancy, financial situation, and health. If you think you will have a long life, it may be better to delay taking benefits until 70. Social Security planning is designed in such a way that it provides flexibility depending on the needs and circumstances of the individual.

8. Other types of Social Security benefits: Social Security is not limited to retirement benefits only. It also includes other benefits:

(a) Disability Benefits: People who are severely disabled and unable to work can receive benefits from Social Security. Medical proof is required for this benefit. This benefit also applies to those who have worked for a sufficient period of time and are eligible for "Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).".

(b) Spousal and Survivor Benefits:If you are eligible based on your spouse's work, you or your dependents may receive benefits. Spousal benefits: Even if you did not work, you may receive up to half of your spouse's benefits based on their earnings. Survivor benefits: After a person's death, their spouse, children, or other dependents may receive these benefits.

(c) Children's Benefits:Children under the age of 18, children with disabilities, or children attending school may be eligible for Social Security benefits.

9. Income from multiple sources:Social Security benefits are a source of income in retirement, but it only covers up to 40% of your total income. Therefore, retirement requires additional savings plans, such as 401(k) IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts) and other private investments.

10. How are retirement benefits calculated? Social Security benefits are based on your lifetime average earnings (Indexed Monthly Earnings - AIME). Your highest earnings of 35 years are taken into consideration. If you have worked for a shorter period of time, the non-earning years are calculated by considering them as $0. Then, it is converted under the benefit formula, which is divided into the following three parts: 90% of earnings up to the first limit. 32% of earnings up to the second limit. 15% of the remaining income.

11. How to apply for Social Security? There are three major ways to apply for Social Security benefits in 2025: Apply online: On the Social Security Administration (SSA) website. By phone: On the SSA helpline number. Visit a local office: You can apply by visiting the nearest Social Security office.

 How many types of social security are there? In modern times, it is a mix of (1) social assistance and (2) social insurance, which provides protection against various risks.

12.What is the pension of a 60-year-old?

After attaining the age of 60, beneficiaries are entitled to receive a minimum assured monthly pension of Rs 3,000/-. On the death of the beneficiary, the spouse is eligible for 50% of the monthly pension.

13. What are the benefits of social security?

The term social security is used to refer to old-age, survivors, and disability insurance (OASDI). Its benefits include retirement income, disability income, death and survivor benefits, Medicare, and Medicaid.

14. Future of Social Security: Although it is a strong system, experts believe that though it is a robust system, experts believe that the trust fund of Social Security may be exhausted by 2034. After that, benefits will be met only by tax revenues, which may lead to a reduction in benefits. Hence, it is essential to invest in alternative plans for retirement.