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Qualifying for Social Security spousal benefits — even if you’re divorced
Many people are confused about spousal benefits even though they could be an essential part of their Social Security benefits. The spousal benefit can be as much as half of the worker’s “primary insurance amount,” depending on the spouse’s age at retirement. Qualifying for a spousal benefit can be a straightforward process if the couple is still married; however, in the case of a divorced couple, this can be a bit more complicated. Jim Blankenship explains how to qualify for Social Security spousal benefits even if you are divorced. Read Mr. Blankenship article here…
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