A recent rule change is putting more Social Security money into the hands of retired widows and divorced spouses. Here's what ...

Losing a spouse is already an overwhelming emotional experience, but the financial consequences can be equally devastating. One of the biggest surprises surviving spouses face is the "widow's penalty, ...

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has quietly changed a rule regarding widows and widowers as well as divorcees.

The increased payments are tied to a recent Social Security rule change that could mean thousands more for widows and ...

Many widows and widowers miss important Social Security rules that impact their income. Discover key mistakes to avoid and ...

The Social Security Administration has removed pension-related offsets that previously reduced or eliminated benefits for widows and divorced spouses whose late partners worked in the public sector ...

I’m trying to decide whether to take Social Security early. My full retirement age (FRA) is 67. I know that my benefit is substantially and permanently reduced if I start collecting it at 62. My ...

Talking to a SSA representative in person is designed to help you make sure you understand your options and make the best choice you can about when to start your widow’s benefits. Frazao Studio Latino ...

Q: I think you made an error in a recent column. You said anyone can file for Social Security benefits online. But when I tried to file for widow’s benefits online ...