If you're married, you might be able to claim a higher retirement benefit based on your spouse's work record than on your own. In this video, Certified Financial Planner® Matt Frankel gives a rundown of Social Security spousal benefits and what you need to know about them.
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Your 2022 Guide to Social Security Spousal Benefits
By Matt Frankel
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Sep 14, 2022 at 7:00AM
Here's what married couples need to know about this Social Security program.
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