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My spouse was in the Air Force National Guard on and off.
He owned a private, profitable tree work, gutter cleaning, snow-plowing and roof-raking company.
He hasnt filed business or personal taxes since the mid-90s.
He NEVER paid into Social Security and has been involved in fraudulent activities.
Is he still entitled to 50% of my Social Security?
Ive been disabled since 2000.
His attorney told the court outright that he will NOT file taxes.
You say your husband has been involved in fraudulent activities.
But this sounds like its a nasty divorce involving a deadbeat husband, rather than a criminal case.
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Thats the bad news.
If you remarry at some point, his benefit also wouldnt have any impact on your current spouse.
Then they use his current or ex-spouses record to qualify him for extra benefits if applicable.
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It sounds like this divorce is still underway.
Focus on what you’ve got the option to control.
Your exs Social Security benefit is out of your hands, and it doesnt affect you.
You cant undo what sounds like a miserable couple of decades with this guy.
Robin Hartill is a certified financial planner and a senior writer at The Penny Hoarder.
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