Understanding Social Security: The Impact of Remarriage on Benefits

Social Security can make or break retirement for many older Americans, and your marital status can have a direct impact on how much you receive.Married, divorced, and widowed spouses could be entitled to extra money each month. But there are strict eligibility requirements to receive these benefits, and if your marital status changes during retirement, it could also affect your payments. Here's everything you need to know.Image source: Getty Images.Continue reading

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Understanding Social Security: The Impact of Remarriage on Benefits

Social Security can make or break retirement for many older Americans, and your marital status can have a direct impact on how much you receive.

Married, divorced, and widowed spouses could be entitled to extra money each month. But there are strict eligibility requirements to receive these benefits, and if your marital status changes during retirement, it could also affect your payments. Here's everything you need to know.

Image source: Getty Images.

Continue reading