The Secret Social Security Benefit Most Divorced People Miss
Are you divorced and wondering if you can still get Social Security benefits from your ex? You probably can, and in most cases, they don’t even have to know about it. Social Security divorced spouse benefits don’t require your ex’s consent. This is one of the most misunderstood parts of Social Security. People are letting thousands of dollars go unclaimed because they don’t understand the rules.
Reports show more than 4 in 10 Americans nearing retirement age do not know they can collect Social Security benefits for divorced spouses based on their ex-spouse’s earnings (AARP). Don’t leave money on the table. Being divorced doesn’t automatically rule out Social Security spousal benefits. Here’s a breakdown of the most common questions about divorce spousal benefits. Learn who is eligible, how much you might receive, what happens if you remarry, and how you can apply.