This is one area where you and your ex could remain intertwined long after the divorce is finalized.

You might qualify for more than you think.

Divorce can be financially devastating, especially later in life. But if your marriage lasted at least 10 years, you could be eligible to collect Social Security benefits based on your ex’s work ...

Spousal Social Security benefits can be complex, but understanding them can help maximize your retirement income.

When thinking about retirement income, Social Security plays a key role for many Americans. For those who are divorced — or considering divorce — questions often come up about whether splitting from a ...

Married and divorced spouses can sometimes be entitled to extra Social Security benefits. There are some strict requirements to qualify for this type of Social Security. In some cases, you may lose ...

When you lose a spouse, whether that be through death or divorce, Social Security can replace much of the income you counted on. In fact, survivor benefits account for about 8.3% of all Social ...

My husband is 58 - six years older than me. He worked out of the house for a few years when he was young, but not enough to earn the required credits to be eligible for Social Security. He was a ...

In the context of divorce settlement, counsel and courts should not avoid discussing the sharing of Social Security benefits, a critical financial means of existence for many litigants. This article ...

Meeting four key criteria could qualify you for spousal Social Security benefits.