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I Remarried, Am I Eligible for Widow's Benefits?

I was married for 29 years and my husband passed away at age 50 in 2007. I have since remarried. Am I entitled to any benifits from my first husband?

Linda,
If you remarried after age 60, then you are eligible for widow's benefits. If you remarried before age 60, then you are not eligible for widow's benefits.
Best,
Mike

Posted: 
Jul 2 2016 - 8:00pm
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