Jan 7, 2025 · Divorce doesn’t rule out Social Security spousal benefits. You may qualify for benefits as a divorcee, widow or widower.

Dec 31, 2024 · Yes. You are eligible to collect benefits on a living former spouse’s earnings record as long as: The marriage lasted at least 10 years. You have not remarried. You are at …

Mar 25, 2025 · 4. You don’t automatically get your late spouse’s whole benefit. Widows and widowers are entitled to 100 percent of their late spouse’s Social Security benefit if they claim …

Sep 12, 2024 · Yes, you can collect Social Security's on a spouse's earnings record. You may be able to do this in the form of spousal benefits, or as survivor benefits if you are a widow or …

Oct 10, 2018 · Spouse 1 then asks Social Security for a voluntary suspension of benefits. During the suspension, Spouse 1 accrues delayed retirement credits, which could increase their …

Oct 10, 2018 · You and anyone else who was married to your late ex-spouse for at least 10 years may qualify for Social Security benefits on their record.

Oct 10, 2018 · The husband or wife of someone receiving SSDI may be eligible for spousal benefits, just as if their partner was drawing retirement benefits.

Sep 21, 2022 · Advice for couples to maximize their Social Security income by calculating the impact of variables like ages, health and projected retirement dates.

Your spouse, ex-spouse, or children may also qualify to receive Social Security benefits on your record. Learn about the options available for your family.

May 10, 2021 · Only in limited circumstances can you draw Social Security as a divorced spouse while putting off your retirement benefits. Learn if you qualify.