2007-06-19 18:40:48 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Taxes ➔ United States
Yes, assuming that your husband is fully paid in to the SS system. You're generally considered fully paid into the system after 10 years of working.
You can apply either on your husband's work record or your own, whichever way results in the largest payment for you. Your husband doesn't need to still be alive, nor do you even still need to be married to him.
2007-06-20 00:34:12 · answer #1 · answered by Bostonian In MO 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The previous answer is correct. In addition, SS may pay you in case of your spouse's death or disability, or if you were married for 10 years and divorced.
Go to ssa.gov. There are explanations of the benefits available to spouses. Call or visit your local SS office for further information.
2007-06-20 10:57:46 · answer #2 · answered by ninasgramma 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if he's collecting them and you meet the requirements to collect on his record, or if he is deceased. See ssa.gov for more info.
Your benefit as a spouse would be about half of whatever he gets. Widow's benefits are higher than the half.
2007-06-20 11:38:25 · answer #3 · answered by Judy 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
maybe
Are you a widow? Call your local SSI Office to be certain
2007-06-20 01:46:21 · answer #4 · answered by Too Curious 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
NO
2007-06-20 01:43:55 · answer #5 · answered by Mike Frisbee 6 · 0⤊ 4⤋