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You Can Collect Social Security from an Ex-Spouse
Ken Moraif of Kiplinger notes divorce is tough emotionally and financially. But there is a benefit not all know of. You can collect on your ex-spouse’s record if all of these apply: you are at least 62 years old, you are single, you were married to your ex-spouse for at least 10 years, the benefit you are entitled to receive based on your own work history is less than the benefit you would receive based on your former spouse’s work history, and your ex-spouse qualifies for Social Security benefits. You can even begin drawing benefits before your ex has retired, as long as they qualify and you’ve been divorced at least two years. Read full piece here.
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