Social Security Q&A
Social Security Q&A: What’s ‘File and Suspend,’ and Should I Do It?
Jeff Miller on May 7, 2020
The right Social Security claiming strategy can get you thousands of dollars more in lifetime benefits. Some strategies no longer work, but others do.
Social Security Q&A: If I Wait Till Age 70, How Much More Will I Get?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
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.
Social Security Q&A: I’m Losing Social Security Because I’m Working
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
It doesn’t seem fair: You take Social Security, then it gets reduced because you choose to keep working. But learn the rules, and it’s not as bad as you think.
Social Security Q&A: I’m Remarried — Can I Claim My Ex’s Social Security?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
You may qualify for Social Security spousal benefits from your husband or wife, even if you’re divorced. But what if you remarry?
Social Security Q&A: What’s the Best Strategy to Get the Highest Benefit?
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
One strategy to increase Social Security benefits is to claim spousal benefits at retirement age, then claim your own benefits after reaching age 70. Does it work?
Social Security Q&A: Can My Husband Claim a Spousal Benefit?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
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.
Social Security Q&A: Can I Get My Ex’s Social Security Instead of My Own?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
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.
Social Security Q&A: My Wife Isn’t Eligible — Can She Still Claim as a Spouse?
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
Even if your spouse never contributed to Social Security, he or she can still receive retirement benefits.
Social Security Q&A: Will Earning Money in Retirement Reduce My Social Security?
Russell Settle on March 17, 2020
If you’re taking Social Security early, your payments can be reduced. But don’t worry. That money isn’t gone forever.
Social Security Q&A: When Should My Ill Spouse Start Taking Benefits?
Jeff Miller on March 17, 2020
Deciding when to start taking Social Security? Don’t forget to consider your spouse. Here’s why.
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