Social Security Divorce Benefits: 3 Things All Divorced Spouses Should Know
Saving for retirement is tough, and Social Security can go a long way toward making ends meet -- especially if your nest egg isn't as robust as you'd hoped. Retirement benefits are the most common type of Social Security, but they're not the only form of benefits available. If you've ever been married, you could potentially qualify for spousal or divorce benefits.
Spousal benefits are generally reserved for those who are currently married. But if you're divorced, you could still be eligible for hundreds of dollars per month in divorce benefits. Here's everything you need to know about this special type of Social Security.
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