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Can I Draw Off Of My Ex-Husband Even Though I've Remarried?

Me and my first husband were married 18 years. Had 2 children together. We divorced and 3 months later he died. The kids drew on him but because we were divor ed I didn't draw anything. I will be 60 in a couple weeks. Can I draw off him then even thou I have married again

Hi,

If you've remarried and you're still married, then no you couldn't draw on your ex-husband's record for as long as your current marriage continues. If you previously remarried but you're no longer married, then yes it sounds like you could potentially qualify for surviving divorced spousal benefits. You may want to use our software (https://maximizemysocialsecurity.com/purchase) to explore all of your available options so that you can determine the best way to maximize your benefits.

Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Feb 3 2020 - 12:49pm
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