When thinking about retirement income, Social Security plays a key role for many Americans. For those who are divorced — or ...

Social Security spousal benefits max out at 50% of what your spouse is eligible for at their full retirement age. If you claim them before reaching your full retirement age, they'll be reduced. But ...

Both spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits ...

Dear Help Me Retire, I have a question about collecting survivor benefits. My ex-spouse of 20 years recently passed away in ...

(NewsNation) — It can be emotionally and financially devastating to lose a loved one but certain surviving family members may be able to get some financial relief, thanks to Social Security. The ...

Spousal Social Security benefits are also available to ex-spouses, provided you were married for at least 10 years before you ...

Most people think of retirement benefits when they hear the words Social Security. And, of course, Social Security does ...

When combined, the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) can offer a steady stream of ...