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Yes, a widow receives the social security benefit that is the higher of the two, but she cannot receive both.

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Q: Does widow receive her husband's social security benefit if it is greater than her own?
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Do I draw full amount of my husbands social security?

If hubby is still alive, you can receive up to half of his SS benefit. If hubby is deceased, you can receive up to all of what he would earn if he were still alive.


Can you receive your social security retirement benefit as a check?

Yes you can choose to receive your monthly social security check in the mail if that is really what you want to do.


Can you draw deceased husbands benefit if remarried?

In general, if you remarry before the age of 60, you cannot receive your deceased husband's Social Security benefits. However, if you remarry after the age of 60 (or after 50 if disabled), you may be eligible to receive benefits based on your deceased husband's work record.


What can you do to receive the social security benefit you are entitled to that you never received?

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Do my spouse and I both collect our own social security benefit?

No. Your spouse can receive them and you can receive them, but you have no right to theirs.


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If I move to Canada with my wife do I still receive Social Security disability benefit?

no its on for u.s. citizens!


How much can a divorced women draw on her husbands social security if they were married 46 years?

A divorced woman may be entitled to receive up to 50% of her ex-husband's Social Security benefit, provided she is unmarried and her ex-husband's benefit is higher than what she would receive on her own. If they were married for 46 years, she may be eligible for spousal benefits even if her ex-husband has remarried, as long as she meets certain requirements. It's recommended to consult with the Social Security Administration for specific details regarding individual circumstances.


How much money can you earn while receiving Disability insurance?

The amount of income you could receive in addition to Social Security benefits will depend on the type of benefit your Disability insurance coverage provides. Some benefits will offset with all Social Security benefits you qualify for, which essentially means the additional income you receive will be equal to the difference of your monthly benefit and your Social Security benefits.$5,000 Disability insurance benefit (off-settable)$1,000 Social Security benefitYou will receive a net $4,000 of additional income and a total of $5,000.There is also a benefit called "base" benefit, which does not offset with Social Security benefits. In this scenario the additional income you will receive is equal to your entire Disability insurance benefit.$5,000 Disability insurance benefit (not off-settable)$1,000 Social Security benefitYou will receive a net $5,000 of additional income and a total of $6,000.


Can you have a 401k and deceased husbands 401k and receive ss?

Yes. Having a retirement account such as a 401k or an IRA will not affect your ability to draw social security benefits.


Where can one receive a social security disability benefit?

Social Security Disability Benefits are available from the American Government. In Canada, they are called Canadian Disability Pension Plan Benefits.


HOW MUCH WILL I RECEIVE OF MY HUSBANDS S.S.CHECK WHEN HE DIES?

The amount you will receive from your husband's Social Security check when he dies depends on various factors such as your age, your own work history, and his earnings history. As a widow, you may be eligible for survivor benefits which can range from 71.5% to 100% of your late husband's benefit amount. It is recommended to contact the Social Security Administration directly to get an accurate estimate based on your specific circumstances.