Social Security Benefits After Divorce

In this episode, I discuss the key facts that you need to know about Social Security benefits after divorce. More specifically, I discuss: What are the requirements to receive Social Security benefits based on an ex-spouse's record? How much can you receive as a former spouse? What if your ex-spouse dies before or after you begin receiving Social Security benefits? Can you start collecting an ex-spousal benefit if your ex is not taking Social Security yet? What happens to Social Security benefits if you remarry? Does the Social Security annual earnings test apply to benefits you receive as a former spouse or survivor? Resources mentioned can be found in the show notes at https://retiredishpodcast.com/22   Key moments in this episode are: 00:01:13 - Common Concerns for Divorced Spouses 00:03:29 - Eligibility for Ex-Spousal Benefits 00:06:09 - Collecting Ex-Spousal Benefits 00:08:33 - Considerations for Collecting Benefits 00:15:56 - Consultation with a Qualified Professional 00:16:02 - Considerations for Traditional IRA to Roth IRA Conversion 00:16:25 - Investment Risks and Guarantees