To qualify for Social Security spousal benefits, it's not enough to be over the minimum age of 62 while married to a worker ...

The two non-negotiable factors to qualify for Social Security spousal benefits are: the qualifying spouse currently receiving ...

Social Security’s 2026 cost-of-living raise may hit 2.7%, but a sharp rise in Medicare premiums could erase most gains.

We also worry that our Social Security and Medicare benefits will be stripped away. We rely on them to live. We both paid ...

DEAR ABBY: My spouse and I are retired and on Social Security. We’ve both worked hard all our lives and are content living a ...

One of the most important parts of the program, especially for married couples, is Social Security spousal benefits.

A letter about reduced spousal Social Security benefits may seem concerning, but for those who are ‘doubly eligible,’ it ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Q. I receive a significant pension from work I have done outside of Social Security. I have not worked enough hours under ...

Switching from one type of Social Security benefit to another is possible for some married people, but mind the rules.

Married couples have a prime opportunity to work together and maximize their Social Security benefits. Don't be too quick to ...

If you’ve been divorced for at least two years and your ex is eligible for Social Security — meaning they’re age 62 or older ...