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Yes. See the following excerpts from the Social Security website at the related link provided below:
Spouse's benefits:
A spouse who has not worked or who has low earnings can be entitled to as much as one-half of the retired worker's full benefit. If you are eligible for both your own retirement benefits and for benefits as a spouse, we always pay your own benefits first. If your benefits as a spouse are higher than your retirement benefits, you will get a combination of benefits equaling the higher spouse benefit.
If you have reached your full retirement age, and are eligible for a spouse's or ex-spouse's benefit and your own retirement benefit, you may choose to receive only spouse's benefits and continue accruing delayed retirement credits on your own Social Security record. You may then file for benefits at a later date and receive a higher monthly benefit based on the effect of delayed retirement credits.
If you are receiving a pension based on work where you did not pay Social Security taxes, your spouse's benefit may be reduced.
Benefits for a divorced spouse
Your divorced spouse can get benefits on your Social Security record if the marriage lasted at least 10 years. Your divorced spouse must be 62 or older and unmarried.
The amount of benefits he or she gets has no effect on the amount of benefits you or your current spouse can get.
Also, if you and your ex-spouse have been divorced for at least two years and you and your ex-spouse are at least 62, he or she can get benefits even if you are not retired.
What else can I help you with?
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.
If you get married will your social security change?
No. Benefits do not stop when you get married. Also, you both continue to receive your check each month. In the event of death of one spouse, the surviving spouse will receive the greater of the two amounts for the rest of their life. For example, if a husband passes away and his social security income was higher than his wife each month, she will then receive a check for that amount instead.
CAN YOU COLLECT TWO SOCIAL SECURITY CHECKS?
Yes, it is possible to receive two Social Security checks under certain circumstances. For instance, if you are eligible for both Social Security retirement benefits and Social Security disability benefits, you can receive checks for both. Additionally, if you are a spouse or dependent of someone who qualifies, you may receive benefits based on their record as well. However, there are specific rules and eligibility criteria that apply, so it's important to check with the Social Security Administration for your individual situation.
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 you will file for Social Security and unemployment will either one of these amounts be reduced if you are in Detroit Michigan?
No. If you qualify under each program's guidelines, you will receive a full check for both Social Security and unemployment. Michigan no longer offsets unemployment compensation when you receive Social Security income.
Can a person receive both child support and social security payments at the same time?
Yes, but child support received must be reported to Social Security (or it's fraud).
Can you receive ss benefits and military benefits at the same time?
In general, you may receive both military and Social Security benefits at the same time.
Can you collect unemployment benefits if you collect Social Security?
Yes, if you meet eligibility requirements for both programs. New York repealed the Social Security offset regulations that reduced unemployment compensation for people who were claiming both benefits. Both Social Security and the State of New York allow workers to collect unemployment and Social Security at the same time without applying a penalty to either check.
Can you receive social security and full military pension?
Yes, you can receive both Social Security benefits and a full military pension. The two are independent of each other, meaning that receiving one does not affect the other. However, if you qualify for Social Security disability benefits, your military pension might affect the amount of benefits you receive, depending on your situation. It's advisable to consult with a financial advisor or the Social Security Administration for specific guidance based on your circumstances.
If you receive supplemental security income and social security income will you qualify to receive a stimulus check?
You cannot receive a stimulas payment for SSI because it is considered unearned income. However, you can receive it for regular Social Security Benefits since these are benefits that for tax purposes has been earned.
Can you draw workman's comp and Social Security benefits?
Yes, they are unrelated programs that, if you qualified for each of them, you can receive both together.
How can you collect unemployment in New York?
To collect unemployment benefits, contact your local state employment security office, or its equivalent, to file your claim. The Social Security application needs to be through the local Social Security Administration's office, information can be found online.
