If I retire and start collecting social security at age 70 in July of this year can my wife file born in sept of 1954 file a restricted application in order to collect spousal benefits on my account

Hi. No, your wife couldn't apply for spousal benefits without being forced to claim her own benefits at the same time. Only people born prior to January 2 1954 are allowed to file a restricted application for spousal benefits only (https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/retirement/planner/claiming.html).

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Best, Jerry