Social Security benefits end when you die, unless you have a qualifying beneficiary who would begin to receive survivorship ...

Social Security is generally the most important source of income for older Americans. But benefits for spouses and survivors are commonly misunderstood. In a recent survey, MassMutual identified the ...

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

Based on the latest estimates from those who know the Social Security program inside and out, benefit cuts are possible for ...

Social Security retirement benefits often seem complicated you know. It’s more than just a basic monthly check usually assumed. Your choices near retirement age matter greatly for future income amount ...

5. Survivor benefits are payable to minors There’s no rule stating that Social Security will only pay survivor benefits to people over 18 or 21.

Survivors benefits can play a particularly crucial role in helping a senior on Social Security make ends meet after their spouse passes away.

In the past 27 years, I bet I have written hundreds of columns explaining spousal and widows benefits that are available to women on a husband’s Social Security account. And ...

Survivors benefits are available for the eligible family members of a worker or retiree who qualifies for Social Security retirement benefits. Current spouses: They must have been married to the ...

Understand how early retirement impacts survivor benefits. Learn if your spouse's reduced Social Security at 63 will affect their future widow/widower's benefits after your death.

We’ve released new resources to help you better understand Social Security benefits. We’ve designed easy-to-use toolkits to provide education about our programs for children and our benefits ...

Last month, the average monthly survivor benefit was roughly $1,550, according to the Social Security Administration. Here’s what to know about survivor benefits and whether or not you qualify.