Social Security provides benefits not only to retired workers but also to spouses who have not contributed to the program. Spouses are one of the many beneficiaries of Social Security, and even ...

Social Security math is tricky — and the agency does not do it for you to make sure you’re claiming optimally. Here’s what ...

If you’re married or have ever been married, it’s worth considering whether spousal Social Security benefits should be part of your retirement plan. When a worker files for Social Security retirement ...

On its face, Social Security spousal benefits appear straightforward. You're married to someone who earns more money than you, and you plan to claim Social Security spousal benefits so you can collect ...

Social Security spousal benefits are a common source of confusion. Nationwide Retirement Institute's 2025 Social Security Survey revealed the following: 30% of adults incorrectly marked this statement ...

Eligibility for spousal Social Security benefits is based on several factors, including your age and how long you've been married. Some requirements for spousal benefits have exceptions. Divorced ...

With much of a person's Social Security benefit depending on their earnings record, spousal benefits allow people with shorter or spotty work histories to still reap some benefits from the program. By ...

Spousal benefits have some unique rules about claiming age and eligibility. You could be eligible for up to half your spouse's Social Security benefit. Understanding how your benefits could change as ...

Don't make the mistake of believing that you can receive 50% of your spouse's benefit if you make a claim early. If you plan to claim before full retirement age while continuing to work, make sure to ...