Experiencing the loss of a spouse is an emotionally taxing event, and the financial decisions that follow, particularly regarding Social Security benefits, can add layers of complexity. For widows and ...

I’m 62 and currently working but my spouse passed away when I was 60. He waited until age 70 to take his Social Security. Can I collect his Social Security now in addition to my paycheck? If I get ...

In most cases, the funeral home reports the death to the SSA, but you should confirm that it has been done. You can also call ...

Married, divorced and widowed workers with pensions from jobs not covered by Social Security have traditionally missed out on spousal benefits, including former-spouse and surviving spousal benefits — ...

If you’re thinking hard about your Social Security claiming strategy, there may be one aspect you’ve overlooked. If you’re divorced, you may be able to receive Social Security benefits based on your ...

Many retirees across the United States are discovering that they may be eligible to boost their monthly income by as much as ...

According to the Social Security Administration, a spouse can only begin collecting retirement-based spousal benefits at age 62 or older. The only exception is if the spouse is caring for a qualifying ...

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