Does my ex wife get half of my retirement?
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Does my ex wife get half of my retirement?
If you’re getting Social Security retirement benefits, some members of your family may also qualify to receive benefits on your record. If they qualify, your ex-spouse, spouse, or child may receive a monthly payment of up to one-half of your retirement benefit amount.
How many years do you have to be married to get retirement?
You only need to be married for one year for your spouse to collect Social Security spousal benefits but depending on your spouse’s age, it might be a good idea to not file just yet. Ideally, both you and your spouse should be at full retirement age before collecting benefits—age 66 or 67 depending on your birthdates.
Can a divorced woman collect her ex husband’s Social Security?
Depending on eligibility, a divorced spouse may indeed be able to collect Social Security benefits through an ex if they were married for at least 10 years. If your ex hasn’t applied for benefits yet, but can qualify for them, you can receive benefits as long as you have been divorced for at least two years.
Can I get Social Security if I never worked?
Even if you’ve never had a job, you may still be eligible for Social Security benefits when you retire or become disabled. Social Security benefits are based on the amount of income you earned during your working life.
