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No. Domestic partnerships and civil unions are not accepted by the Social Security Administration ("SSA"), except for the purposes of name change.
The SSA does, however, accept same-sex marriages for all purposes, including the eligibility of a surviving same-sex spouse for death and Survivor benefits. (A death benefit is a small amount payable upon death for funeral expenses. A survivor benefit is a monthly stipend payable to a surviving spouse or child.)
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Does widow receive her husband's social security benefit if it is greater than her own?
Yes, a widow receives the social security benefit that is the higher of the two, but she cannot receive both.
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.
Why do I have to pay for social security if I don't receive any benefits from it?
Paying for social security helps support the program for others who do benefit from it, and you may receive benefits in the future.
What can you do to receive the social security benefit you are entitled to that you never received?
See discussion page.
How much social security will I receive if I only work for 10 years?
The amount of social security you receive after working for 10 years will depend on your earnings during those years. Generally, the more you earn, the higher your social security benefit will be.
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.
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 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.
Will you get social security the month you turn 62?
First you will have to apply with the social security administration to begin receiving your SSB at the age of 62 and then you will find out when you will receive your first benefit check. You can apply online by going to the SSA.gov website SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS ONLINE AND CHOOSE Retirement/Medicare you will go to the Social Security Benefit Application form
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 if I retire at 62 born 1957 from S.S.?
If you retire at age 62 and were born in 1957, your Social Security benefit will be reduced because you are claiming benefits before your full retirement age (which is 67 for your birth year). The exact amount you will receive depends on your earnings history and the Social Security formula, but you can expect to receive about 70-75% of your full retirement benefit. To get a more accurate estimate, you can check your Social Security statement online or use the Social Security Administration's calculator.
When should I calculate when to take my social security benefit?
You should calculate when to take your social security benefit based on factors like your financial needs, health, and life expectancy. Consider waiting to receive a higher benefit if you can afford to do so, as delaying can result in a larger monthly payment.
