To qualify for Social Security spousal benefits, it's not enough to be over the minimum age of 62 while married to a worker ...

Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment could rise 2.7%. But Medicare Part B premiums are set to rise even more, eating ...

The two non-negotiable factors to qualify for Social Security spousal benefits are: the qualifying spouse currently receiving ...

Q. I receive a significant pension from work I have done outside of Social Security. I have not worked enough hours under ...

We also worry that our Social Security and Medicare benefits will be stripped away. We rely on them to live. We both paid ...

DEAR ABBY: My spouse and I are retired and on Social Security. We’ve both worked hard all our lives and are content living a ...

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Switching from one type of Social Security benefit to another is possible for some married people, but mind the rules.

If you're divorced, you can often get Social Security benefits based on your ex-spouse's work record. Know the rules about ...

When it comes to Social Security, what you don't know can cost you. Many retirees leave money on the table simply because ...

Married couples have a prime opportunity to work together and maximize their Social Security benefits. Don't be too quick to ...