Can an Ex-Spouse Collect Social Security Benefits on Your Work Record?
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You may have heard that Social Security has something called "Spousal Benefits," where your current spouse can receive a benefit based on your work record, even if they never held a job in which they paid FICA taxes. But did you know this rule may also apply to an ex-spouse?
We've had questions about this in the past, with many people wondering how they can PREVENT an ex from taking a Social Security benefit from them. But the truth is, while there's nothing you can do about it, it also won't have any effect at all on your own benefits.
We'll also answer two other common questions: can I work and still collect a Social Security benefit? And: are my kids ever eligible to receive a benefit? Tune in to this week's episode of Managing Your Financial Future with host Johnny Dean and his guest, "Professor" Rick Plum, CFP® and get the answers!
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