Most people know that they may be eligible to receive Social Security benefits in retirement, based on their work earnings record. Social Security is normally available as early as age 62, but the longer you delay, your benefit increases — until age 70.
Did you know that you could be eligible for benefits based on your spouse’s earnings record — even if they are deceased or you have divorced?
Qualifying spouse
You may be eligible to receive up to one-half of your spouse’s benefit, even…
