Divorce can be financially devastating, especially later in life. But if your marriage lasted at least 10 years, you could be eligible to collect Social Security benefits based on your ex’s work ...

If you’re thinking hard about your Social Security claiming strategy, there may be one aspect you’ve overlooked. If you’re divorced, you may be able to receive Social Security benefits based on your ...

If you were married to a man for at least 10 years before getting divorced, and if you are not currently married, and if you are not due higher benefits on your own Social Security record, there is a ...

Divorced spouses can collect benefits based on an ex's record. June 2, 2009 — -- Last week, I wrote about the importance of giving serious thought to when and how to begin collecting Social ...

Many individuals do not realize that if they are divorced, they may be eligible for Social Security benefits based on their ex's earnings record. These include spouse and survivor benefits. The rules ...

Social Security allows a lower-earning spouse to claim benefits on a higher-earning spouse's work record. Spousal benefits are still available after a marriage lasting at least 10 years. If you're ...