Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about retirement and wealth transfer planning. Though spousal support often seems to receive the most attention in a ...

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.

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If your spouse (or ex-spouse) is still alive and is due to receive Social Security benefits, it pays to look into how much you could receive. Here, we'll cover seven essential things you should know ...