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When spouse dies SS benefit

By Terry Savage on May 16, 2025 | Social Security

Can I take my husband ss if mine is less,? After he dies of course.

Terry Says

While he is alive you get half of his SS benefit, to the extent that it is larger than your own benefit.
If you are married to him when he dies, you will be entitled to whichever is larger — your benefit, or his benefit.

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