Important Strategies for Retired Couples to Maximize Social Security Benefits
Wednesday, 8 May 2024, 10:00
Timing is Everything
Understanding the importance of your full retirement age (FRA) is crucial in maximizing spousal Social Security benefits.
Birth Year
- 1943 to 1954: 66
- 1955: 66 and 2 months
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Claiming early can result in significant reductions to your benefits.
You Might Not Get a Spousal Benefit
Learn how dually eligible spouses can leverage retirement benefits to maximize their household benefits.
Changes to Marital Status
Understand how changes in marital status can impact your eligibility for spousal Social Security benefits and the importance of reviewing your claiming strategy accordingly.
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