I’ve never contributed to Social Security — but now that my husband has died, can I claim his benefits? What you need to know about survivor benefits

If you’re disabled and haven’t paid into Social Security yourself, you may still qualify for survivor benefits based on your ...

Social Security Spousal Benefits: 13 Things You Should Know, But Probably Don’t

Learn more about Social Security spousal benefits and how these 13 things can help you work on a better retirement plan for ...
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How To Maximize Your Social Security Benefits Whether You’re Married, Divorced or Widowed

According to The Senior Citizens League, two-thirds of older Americans count on their monthly Social Security checks for at least half their income. That means when and how benefits are claimed can ...

The ‘widow’s tax penalty’ results in higher taxes on less income after your spouse dies — why you should plan for it now

One key reason is the “widow’s tax penalty,” a little-known tax consequence that can increase your tax burden and reduce ...
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Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits?

Spousal Social Security benefits have specific criteria you must meet to be eligible. Ex-spouses may be eligible for a spousal benefit if they were married to the qualifying worker for at least 10 ...

What is the ‘widow’s tax penalty’?

This change can significantly impact your taxes: you may face a lower standard deduction, a higher marginal tax rate, more of ...
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Got a Spouse and Kids? Don't Sign Up for Social Security Without Doing These 2 Things First

Your claiming age affects the size of your benefits -- and, sometimes, your family's benefits too. Claiming early will reduce your monthly benefit by up to 30%. Your family members can't claim Social ...