Divorced individuals can claim Social Security benefits based on an ex-spouse's work record. To qualify, a couple must have ...

A divorce can feel like the final line under a marriage, but Social Security doesn't always treat it that way. In some cases, a former spouse’s work record can still help raise ...

Being married could work to your advantage when it comes to Social Security. That's because you may be eligible for two sets ...

Many divorced Americans are surprised to learn they may qualify for survivor benefits based on an ex-spouse’s Social Security ...

She is 67, was married for 27 years to a high earner, and watched him remarry. He still hasn’t filed for Social Security. For ...

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 ...

A small number of retired couples can collect more than $10,000 per month in Social Security, but reaching that level ...

Losing a spouse is one of the saddest and most stressful things that can happen to someone. Among the many things on a ...

Women receive significantly lower Social Security benefits than men on average. Here's the data, why the gap exists, and what you can still do about it.