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Social Security: Can You Claim Benefits If You’re Divorced?

Answer: It can be a little complicated, but you can claim retirement benefits based on an ex-spouse’s earnings — called the “spousal benefit” — if you meet a few guidelines. First of all, you can’t claim at any time, and the amount of benefits depends upon your ex’s work record. Read more…

Source: John Wasik, Forbes Contributor

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