Senior Woman Exercise
Social Security Q&A: Can I Apply for Spousal Benefits at Age 80?

on January 24, 2019

What happens if you wait until you’re older to apply for Social Security spousal or widow’s benefits?

Senior Couple
Social Security Q&A: How Do Spousal Benefits Work?

on January 10, 2019

Social Security options are dizzying: Can a spouse take a personal benefit at 62, then switch to a spousal benefit later?

Senior Woman
Social Security Q&A: What Are the Options for Widows?

on December 27, 2018

If you lose a spouse before qualifying for Social Security, there are several options when it comes to receiving benefits. But what if you remarry?

Senior Couple
Social Security Q&A: Can My Husband Get a Spousal Benefit?

on December 13, 2018

If a husband leaves the workforce to care for kids, can he claim spousal benefits in retirement based on his wife’s work history?

Senior Couple
Social Security Q&A: What’s the Best Claiming Strategy for a Couple?

on November 29, 2018

If one spouse started Social Security benefits early, can he or she pay the money back and start over at a later date?

Elder Couple w Adviser
Social Security Q&A: How to Find Social Security Advice You Can Trust

on November 15, 2018

Social Security representatives are sometimes poorly trained, offering incorrect information that can cost you thousands. Here’s what you need to know.

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Social Security Q&A: If I Wait Till Age 70, How Much More Will I Get?

on November 1, 2018

If you quit working prior to full retirement age and wait until 70 to take Social Security, you’ll get an increase in monthly benefits. But maybe not as much as you think.

Elderly Couple
Social Security Q&A: I’m Remarried — Can I Claim My Ex’s Social Security?

on October 18, 2018

You may qualify for Social Security spousal benefits from your husband or wife, even if you’re divorced. But what if you remarry?

Couples Senior
Social Security Q&A: Can My Husband Claim a Spousal Benefit?

on October 4, 2018

Your spouse may be better off taking half of your Social Security benefit rather than all of his or her own. Here’s how to make sure you get the biggest possible benefit.

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Social Security Q&A: Can I Get My Ex’s Social Security Instead of My Own?

on September 20, 2018

If you don’t like the amount you’re going to get monthly from Social Security, here’s an idea: Get part of your ex-spouse’s instead.

senior worker
Social Security Q&A: Will Earning Money in Retirement Reduce My Social Security?

on September 6, 2018

If you’re taking Social Security early, your payments can be reduced. But don’t worry. That money isn’t gone forever.

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