Real Answers for Life’s Money Challenges
Im currently receiving my deceased husbands Social Security benefits.
We were married 30 years when he died.
I now have a partner of 14 years.
Weve been discussing getting married.
Will I lose the Social Security if I remarry?
And if I remarry, could I get Social Security from my second husband if he should die?
In this case, you’ve got the option to follow your heart!
Depending on your age, remarrying wont compromise your payments.
The caveat is that you wont receive the full amount of both of their benefits at the same time.
Youll receive a combination of the two benefits equal to the higher amount.
TheSocial Security Administration recommendsapplying for spouses benefits if you remarry.
Trying to find ways to cut back on spending?
See if any of these ways can help you cut back on your bills.
You get to choose among the benefits youre eligible for so you receive the highest amount.
Dana Miranda is a Certified Educator in Personal Finance, author, speaker and personal finance journalist.
