What benefits am I eligible for if I am divorced and care for a disabled adult child?
Full question: Will I get 50% of my ex-spouse’s Social Security along with my own Social Security when I reach FRA if I care for his DAC? Hi there, Thank you for reaching out with your question. If you are caring for your ex-spouse’s disabled adult child (DAC), you may be eligible to receive benefits…
Read MoreAm I eligible to receive my ex’s larger Social Security benefit?
Full question: I plan on taking Social Security next year at age 70. I am divorced. I was married to my ex for 12 years and have not remarried. I have worked 44 years. If ex’s Social Security amount is larger than mine will I be entitled to that amount? Thank you. Hi there, Thank…
Read MoreCan I file for ex-spousal benefits and switch to my own benefit later?
Full question: May I file for a Social Security benefit against my ex’s record and delay my own benefit filing until age 70? I am single, age 65 and my ex is also 65. Hello, Unfortunately, no. You cannot file for ex-spousal benefits and delay filing for your own retirement benefits until age 70. The…
Read MoreCan a divorced spouse claim child-in-care benefits for her disabled adult child?
Full question: Can a divorced spouse claim child-in-care benefits for her disabled adult child if the primary beneficiary is still alive and collecting a benefit? Hi there, A divorced spouse can claim child-in-care benefits for a disabled adult child if the child became disabled before age 22 and the divorced spouse is caring for the…
Read MoreAre benefits paid to an ex-spouse included in the Family Maximum calculation?
Full question: I am a divorce married to my ex for more than 10 years. My question involves family maximum, I saw this and I’m wondering if I qualify for my full share of benefits from my ex-husbands retirement. My adult disabled son is getting benefits from my husband’s retirement but I was told I…
Read MoreWill my payment date change when I switch from SSDI to Social Security retirement benefits?
Full question: I am currently on SSDI. I turn 65 this month. On SSDI I get paid on the 3rd of each month. Will my payment date change to the fourth Wednesday of each month after 65? I have emailed, called and texted my local and government SSA with NO response. Help! And thank you….
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