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Divorce and social security benefits

Many have asked the question, “Can I collect half of my former spouse’s social security after the divorce is final?” The answer is maybe.  In order to do so, your marriage must have lasted for more than ten years and when you reach retirement age, you are not married to someone else.  If this is… Continue reading →

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Survivor benefits

Certain members of a family may be entitled to Social Security benefits when a person dies after working for at least ten years – depending on his or her age at the time of death. Those entitled to benefits include the widow or widower.  He or she will receive full benefits at full retirement age… Continue reading →

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