Can my wife get half my Social Security in a divorce?
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Can my wife get half my Social Security in a divorce?
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 requirements are met, and if divorced and not remarried, a former spouse can claim 50% of an ex’s benefits, or 100% if/when the ex passes away.
Can I collect my ex husband’s Social Security if I remarry?
If you’re eligible to collect benefits on your ex-spouse’s record, you will no longer be eligible for those benefits if you remarry. You have the ability to choose between your own Social Security benefit or your ex-spouse’s. Once you remarry, however, that choice is gone.
Can a person who has never worked collect social security?
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. Not necessarily — thanks to the spousal benefits option.
