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Can Spousal Benefits Be Withheld If You Earn Too Much?

Can spousal benefits received after 62 be reduced by making too much money?

Hi,

Yes, depending on the circumstances, spousal benefits may be withheld based on the Social Security earnings test. For more detailed information, refer to the Social Security website: https://www.ssa.gov/planners/retire/whileworking2.html.

Best, Jerry

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Apr 26 2017 - 8:10am
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