Glossary · United States

Full retirement age

The age at which United States Social Security pays a benefit in full, which is 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later. Starting at 62 instead cuts it by as much as 30%, for good rather than for a while, and waiting past full retirement age raises it until 70.

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At what age can I get my retirement money in New Zealand, Australia and the US?

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How are NZ Super, the Australian Age Pension and US Social Security different?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States

How do I qualify for US Social Security, and how is the amount worked out?

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What happens to my pension if I keep working?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States

What happens to my pension when my partner dies?

New Zealand, Australia and the United States