I’ve never contributed to Social Security — but now that my husband has died, can I claim his benefits? What you need to know about survivor benefits

If you’re disabled and haven’t paid into Social Security yourself, you may still qualify for survivor benefits based on your ...

My husband died suddenly last year after a short illness — can I collect his Social Security and my own at the same time or would that cause problems?

Janice’s husband died suddenly last year after having a stroke. The couple were a few years away from retirement. Janice, 62, ...

SSDI Benefits: What is the criteria to qualify for disability benefits in 2025?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) offers critical financial support to individuals who are unable to work due to a ...

Widowed or Divorced? 6 Ways To Maximize Your Social Security Benefits

Widowed or divorced? Learn how to claim the right Social Security benefit for you and boost your retirement income with some ...
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4 things to know about the government shutdown and how it impacts Social Security, SSI benefits

Here are four things to know about how the shutdown will impact Social Security and SSI beneficiaries: ...

Do You Qualify for Spousal Social Security Benefits?

Age: You need to be at least 62 to claim spousal benefits, although benefits are permanently reduced if you file before FRA.

Government shutdown is impacting Social Security. Details on payments, offices, more.

The Social Security Administration has been impacted by the ongoing government shutdown. How does it affect payments and offices?
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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) vs Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

If you live with a disability, you can receive either SSI or SSDI, though these benefit programs have slightly different qualification criteria. If you’re on SSDI, you can also be eligible for ...