Social Security survivor benefits have different rules than spousal benefits, and both work differently from the retirement ...

I'm 68 and currently receive spousal survivor Social Security benefits. Can I switch to my own Social Security benefit?

Social Security beneficiaries will get a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) next year. Cost-of-living adjustments help ensure that benefits keep pace with inflation. Individuals who are receiving ...

'My ex-husband passed away four years ago. We were married for 20 years.' "Is there any way I can claim some of his benefits other than the death benefits?" (Photo subject is a model.) Dear Help Me ...

When you are told you overpaid Social Security benefits, you have an obligation to pay back the money. This can be really frustrating, especially if you didn't recall receiving any money in the first ...

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Claiming spousal benefits allows you to earn up to 50% of the primary claiming spouse's benefit. Note that claiming spousal benefits early results in a larger reduction than for standard benefits.

My ex-husband passed away four years ago. We were married for 20 years. I’m going to be 66 in May. I would let the death benefits go if his Social Security was more generous. I already get death ...