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The Age You Should Be Aware Of To Claim Survivor Benefits

Like Social Security, survivor benefits amounts depend on a beneficiary's age. The benefit reaches 100% at full retirement ...

How should I receive Social Security survivor benefits?

Spousal benefits can be up to half of what the primary earner would get at full retirement age, but the amount is reduced ...

I just got a letter from Social Security claiming I was overpaid $3,000 in survivor benefits — but I’ve never even received a penny. What do I do now?

Whenever this occurs, Social Security sends a notice explaining that you were overpaid and that you have to pay the money ...

The Savings Game: Timing is key for initiating survivor benefit

Q. I am 64 and recently widowed. I plan on working until age 70 before I apply for a Social Security benefit. I currently ...

It's getting harder to qualify for Social Security in 2026. Here's why.

It's not a given that you'll qualify for Social Security in retirement. A big rule change could pose a problem for some ...