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Divorce and your Social Security Benefits

If you are eligible to collect your own retirement, you will receive your Social Security benefits first. It all depends on your retirement age. This is why it’s important you seek the advice of a Westlake Village retirement benefits attorney before making the final decision. The Social Security Administration can change these rules, therefore, you need to stay up to date.

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Divorce and your Social Security Benefits

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  1. Divorce and your Social Security Benefits

  2. Many retirees ignore how a divorce can impact their social security benefits. It is important to understand benefits are calculated and how your marital status will affect the division of your marital assets. Seek the advice of a Westlake Village family law attorney to ensure that you make the best decision. how these Overview

  3. How Long have You been Married? This is a very important factor to consider. You will have to meet some criteria such as: ➢ You are 62 or older and unmarried ➢ Your ex-qualifies to receive disability or Social Security benefits ➢ Your benefits are less than your ex-spouse’s If you decide to work while receiving your social security benefits, you may receive higher benefits later on after you retire.

  4. Remarriage and Death of your Ex-Spouse If you were married to your former spouse for more than 10 years, you will receive benefits as a widow or widower. However, some exceptions may apply. Also, if you remarry, you may disqualify to receive Social Security benefits from your former spouse unless your current spouse dies, you got divorced, or if the marriage was annulled. Contact Law offices of Stephanie L. Mahdavi where their Westlake Village divorce attorney helps you how to handle this tough situation of divorce.

  5. Some Limitations If you are eligible to collect your own retirement, you will receive your Social Security benefits first. It all depends on your retirement age. This is why it’s important you seek the advice of a Westlake Village retirement benefits attorney before making the final decision. The Social Security Administration can change these rules, therefore, you need to stay up to date.

  6. When can You File You can file for Social Security benefits anytime you want and you don’t have to wait for your former spouse. Consult with an attorney can protect your interests and guide you towards a more stable financial future. Contact us today and schedule an appointment with family law attorney Stephanie L. Mahdavi.

  7. Schedule a Free Consultation Stephanie L. Mahdavi +805-409-913 https://www.slmfamilylaw.com/contact/ Address - 2535 Townsgate Rd., Ste 305 Westlake Village, CA 91361

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