Divorced spouses can claim up to 50% of an ex's Social Security benefits. Learn more about the requirements for age, marriage duration, divorce period, and filing tips.

Divorce can be contentious, especially when money issues get in the way. If your former spouse tries to prevent you from claiming their Social Security benefits out of spite, it can put you in a very ...

When a spouse passes away, understanding the Social Security rules regarding survivor and personal benefits becomes essential. A fundamental rule is that you cannot claim both your own retirement ...

This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. When you collect Social Security, you’re entitled to a ...

'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 ...

Explore the Social Security benefit amounts you can receive at various retirement ages and whether the monthly amount or the lifetime amount matters more to you.

The rules around Spousal Social Security benefits have several nuances, but some policies are crystal clear. One is that a spouse must specifically request to begin receiving spousal benefits. That is ...

A new initiative from the Biden administration aims to quell a varied series of consumer “headaches” by reducing their extraneous time and processes, including for federal employees trying to file ...

The most popular claiming age for Social Security hasn't changed since its inception. Many see full retirement age as the best choice, striking a middle ground. This increasingly popular claiming age ...