Social Security, spousal benefits

Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits? 3 Things to Know Before Applying
In many cases, a retiree's spouse can qualify for Social Security benefits simply because their partner does. Spouses can qualify for up to one-half of a retiree's benefits at their full retirement age,
Social Security benefits if you didn't work (or reach 40 credits)
Navigating the complexities of Social Security can be daunting, especially if you haven't accumulated the required 40 work credits.
Maximizing Social Security Survivors Benefits
This little-known restricted application rule can significantly boost retirement income for surviving spouses.
Social Security Spousal Benefits: 4 Things Retired Couples Should Know in 2025
Social Security spousal benefits depend on the claim age of the spouse and the primary insurance amount (PIA) of the retired worker on whose record they claim benefits. The term PIA references the benefit a retired worker will receive if they start Social Security at full retirement age (FRA), which is age 67 for anyone born in 1960 or later.
Americans Want to Increase Social Security Benefits for 2 Groups
A new proposal could boost Social Security benefits for caregivers and older workers in physically demanding jobs.
There are 9 states in America that will tax Social Security benefits in 2025 — do these 3 things ASAP if you live in one of them
Social Security benefits are an important source of retirement income, and no one wants to lose this money to taxes. Unfortunately, some retirees do find themselves owing some of their retirement money to the IRS and to their state or local government.
Retirees in These 9 States Could See Their Social Security Checks Taxed
Social Security is an essential piece to most American's retirement plans. Without their monthly benefits, some 16.3 million seniors U.S, would be living below the poverty line, according to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Trump Social Security Tax Plan: Which Millennials Benefit Most
A new report found high-earning, older millennials would benefit from Trump's Social Security tax proposal—but not all groups would thrive.
Asking Yourself ‘Now What?’ After Seeing The Social Security Fairness Act?
The Social Security Agency at this point does not have a specific timeframe as to when benefits will be adjusted.
3 Signs You’ll Regret Claiming Social Security Early — and 3 Signs You Won’t
Claiming Social Security early sounds ideal if you are ready to retire before the age of 65, but you may not be seeing the ...
Prediction: President Donald Trump Will Break His Social Security Promise and Propose Cuts -- Just Not in the Way You Might Think
If President Trump's first term in office is any indication, his promise to "not touch Social Security" won't last long.
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Social Security Sees Drop in People Collecting Survivor Benefits
Languages: English The Social Security Administration (SSA) delivers survivor benefits to nearly 6 million people each year. The payments help surviving spouses and former spouses as well as ...
Liz Weston: Reconciled couple considers remarrying to maximize Social Security benefits
The amount your partner would get as a spouse or a divorced spouse would be the same: up to 50% of your benefit at your full ...
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Social Security Timing: 3 Questions to Help You Decide When to File
Claiming Social Security is one of the most significant things you might do in the course of retiring. So it’s important to ...
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Educators and public servants finally see increased social security benefits
Let me tell you about Sarah, a long-time kindergarten teacher. Sarah looked forward to a modest retirement supported by her ...