My husband died when he was 29. I remarried at age 31. I am now 60 years of age. Can I collect deceased husband's social security even though I remarried at age 31?

Hi,

No, not if you're still married. However, you could potentially qualify for widow's benefits on your previous husband's record if you're no longer married. A remarriage prior to age 60 (or age 50 if the widow is drawing disabled widow's benefits) bars possible eligibility for widow's benefits on a prior spouse's record throughout the duration of the remarriage (https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/handbook/handbook.04/handbook-0401.html).

You may want to use our software to investigate the Social Security claiming options that may be available to you.

Best, Jerry