It's not set in stone, but it's looking pretty likely.

Divorced and concerned that your ex-spouse will claim spousal benefits? Keep reading to learn if you're safe.

Spousal benefits are available to current spouses and some ex-spouses of qualifying workers. Claiming early can reduce your spousal benefit by up to 35%. You'll only get a spousal benefit if it's ...

You may be entitled to spousal benefits from Social Security based on a current or ex-spouse's record. It's important to claim those benefits strategically to make the most of them. It's also ...

With much of a person's Social Security benefit depending on their earnings record, spousal benefits allow people with shorter or spotty work histories to still reap some benefits from the program. By ...

Most couples plan big things together, like buying a home or saving for retirement, but Social Security often gets pushed aside until later. By then, some important choices have already been missed.

Social Security spousal benefits are a common source of confusion. Nationwide Retirement Institute's 2025 Social Security Survey revealed the following: 30% of adults incorrectly marked this statement ...

If you’re married or have ever been married, it’s worth considering whether spousal Social Security benefits should be part of your retirement plan. When a worker files for Social Security retirement ...

Divorce is complicated enough without having to worry about how it might affect your Social Security benefits down the road. If you're wondering whether an ex-spouse can claim spousal benefits based ...