Yes. Each spouse receives his or her own benefit check/deposit, calculated from his or her own work record (or up to 50% of the spouse's benefit if one person hasn't earned sufficient work credits).
If only one of them has income, it will probably be to their benefit to do so, but not always. It's up to any individual couple whether they file jointly or separately.
The reasons are exactly the same for gay couples as they are for straight couples: commitment, love, stability, security, children, etc.
Marriage counselors also offer treatment for couples before they get married to help them understand potential problem areas.
The United States gives 1,138 benefits if you are married.Rights and responsibilities of marriages in the United States
There is no such thing as illegally married gay couples. There are only legally married gay couples (with or without state recognition), and unmarried gay couples.
No, the Social Security benefit received by a divorced spouse is based on their ex-spouse's earnings record, while a widowed spouse receives benefits based on their deceased spouse's earnings record. The specific amount will vary depending on individual circumstances and eligibility criteria.
couples exchange vows when getting married.
No, your social security entitlements are individual to you, you can only benefit from your husbands if he dies while you are married. If you had any children with your first husband you may be entitled to security points while you were looking after them, you need to check up on this. (By the way this is relevant to the UK only)
What is the percent for married couples to stay married for 70 years?
2 same-sex couples married in Wahkiakum County in 2013. No same-sex couples married there in 2012.
At least 28 same-sex couples have married in Pará. 28 couples were married there on June 28, 2012.
In this case you should notify the Social Security Office of your marriage. it might increase the amount of your social security benefit's, if your husband or wife also collect social security payments.