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Social Security Benefits After Divorce
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In this episode, I discuss the key facts that you need to know about Social Security benefits after divorce.
More specifically, I discuss:
- What are the requirements to receive Social Security benefits based on an ex-spouse’s record?
- How much can you receive as a former spouse?
- What if your ex-spouse dies before or after you begin receiving Social Security benefits?
- Can you start collecting an ex-spousal benefit if your ex is not taking Social Security yet?
- What happens to Social Security benefits if you remarry?
- Does the Social Security annual earnings test apply to benefits you receive as a former spouse or survivor?
Resources mentioned can be found in the show notes at https://retiredishpodcast.com/22
Key moments in this episode are:
00:01:13 - Common Concerns for Divorced Spouses
00:03:29 - Eligibility for Ex-Spousal Benefits
00:06:09 - Collecting Ex-Spousal Benefits
00:08:33 - Considerations for Collecting Benefits
00:15:56 - Consultation with a Qualified Professional
00:16:02 - Considerations for Traditional IRA to Roth IRA Conversion
00:16:25 - Investment Risks and Guarantees
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