Full question: If you remarry at 61 do you still get to collect widows benefit of your deceased husband? Hi there, Yes, if you are not remarried before age 60 (50 if disabled), you can collect survivor benefits based on your deceased’s earnings record. All the best, Martha

Full question: My husband died August 9, 2023. Can I claim survivor benefits at age 62? My husband was 67 when he died, he was collecting Social Security. Hello, Yes, you can claim your survivor benefits at 62 (50 if disabled). If you are eligible to receive both retirement benefits and survivor benefits, you can…

Full question: I was married for 32 years and my wife passed away in 2005 at age 57. I started my Social Security benefits at age 62. Am I eligible for a higher monthly income as a widower even after all these years? Hi there, If your survivor (widower) benefit exceeds the amount of your…

Full question: I’m a retired widow from City Government, and I received a pension for all the years I worked for them. They informed me I don’t qualify for my husband’s benefits because of my pension. I would like to know if this is correct. My husband contributed to Social Security for almost 50 years….

Full question: I was widowed 19 years ago. My wife was 57 at the time of her death. I began collecting Social Security payments at age 62. I am now 77 and have been told I may be eligible for a widows benefit as my wife had paid into the system for many years. Can…

Full question: My spouse passed away at only 39 years old. She has worked full and part time for more than 10 years. What can I expect in Social Security insurance benefits for myself and our 5 children? Hi there, This is a very important question and has a number or rules that apply to…