Being a military spouse can be rewarding and challenging — from marrying that special someone who’s dedicated to their country to challenges including deployments and frequent relocations. Fortunately ...

Divorce is rarely a straightforward experience. There's bound to be a flurry of emotions. In addition, there are practical issues to work through, like how marital belongings will be divided and where ...

Susan discovered several years after she filed for Social Security that she is eligible to receive benefits based on her ex-spouse's earnings record. This case study explains how her new benefits are ...

As long as you meet the basic requirements, you may be able to collect on an ex-spouse's Social Security benefits. If your ex died after you divorced, you may still be eligible for widow's benefits.