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Social Security - Higher benefits on spouse record

On a SS form says if married, you may be eligible for higher benefits on spouses record. WHAT does this mean?

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So I am entitled to 50% of my spouse's SS monthly income or 100% of mine, what if he's already drawing Social Security benefits?

You are entitled to 50% of your spouse's SS monthly income or 100% of yours, whichever is higher.

So make sure you are getting the maximum income.

Kelly C. CPA

So I am entitled to 50% of my spouse's SS monthly income or 100% of mine, what if he's already drawing Social Security benefits?

Social Security - Higher benefits on spouse record