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Can I Qualify For Benefits On Either Of My Ex's Records?

I am getting ready to turn 60 I know I can't draw till at least 62. I was married twice to the same guy. Those marriages lasted Less Than 3 years each (approximately 6 yrs total.) I remarried, that marriage lasted less than 4 years. I've never remarried. When I turn 62 can I draw on either one of my husband's Social Security? right now they are both alive but I think they are disabled I'm not sure how would I find that out. Please help. Thank you for your time.

Hi,

No, you must have been married for at least 10 years to the same person in order to potentially qualify for either divorced spousal benefits or surviving divorced spousal benefits.

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Best, Jerry

Posted: 
Oct 4 2017 - 5:38pm
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