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 ...
I was married to my ex-husband for 15 years, never remarried, and I'm collecting Social Security based on my own earnings. If he dies before me, can I switch to his h…
How survivor benefits work. Survivor benefits are paid monthly to eligible family members of a deceased beneficiary. So, ...
Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits? 3 Things to Know Before Applying
A spouse can often claim Social Security benefits that provide a portion of their partner's benefit. Divorced spouses and those whose partners have died can also qualify for this provision. How much ...
Discover who’s getting $2,000 from Social Security on Wednesday, Feb. 19: Check if you’re on the list
Many Social Security recipients in the U.S. are still waiting to pick up their benefits check for February 2025.
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Can a Pension Really Ding a Widow’s Social Security Benefit?
Two Social Security rules can take a big bite out of the benefits of pensioners and their spouses, ex-spouses and survivors.
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Why benefit increases prompted by the Social Security Fairness Act may be difficult to implement
A new law will provide Social Security benefit increases for more than 3.2 million individuals. Yet it may take more than a ...
Find out who’s getting $2,000 from Social Security and when: this is the payment schedule
February’s Social Security checks are being paid out to millions of Americans nationwide, with many still waiting for their money.
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.
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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 ...
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.
My mother did not receive Social Security after my father died. Could a new law change that?
If your dad was eligible for Social Security benefits but didn't get anything because of the Windfall Elimination Provision (and the same for your mom not receiving any spousal or survivor benefit ...