When an ex-spouse dies, the emotional fallout often collides with practical questions about money, especially if retirement ...

When you lose a spouse, whether that be through death or divorce, Social Security can replace much of the income you counted on. In fact, survivor benefits account for about 8.3% of all Social ...

Can You Collect Your Ex's Social Security When They Die? Here's What Surviving Divorced Spouses Need to Know About ...

My husband is eight years older than I am. He is still working, but he is also claiming Social Security. I will be able to retire in about two years from now, at age 65. Is it true that there is a ...

If you are married, there are a few key things that you need to know about how Social Security spousal benefits work.

Millions of Americans rely on Social Security for most or all of their retirement income. Unfortunately, not everyone has a sufficient career earnings record to qualify for a worthwhile benefit.