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A man and wife both have social security benifits. and the man passes. How does this effect the wifes benifits?

Asked over 2 years ago - Cambria, CA
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Does she then receive the mans benifits?

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Answered over 2 years ago. International Law Attorney in Washington, DC.
There is a very simple way to find out the exact answer, contact Social Security direct at 1-800-772-1213.
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Answered over 2 years ago. Social Security Lawyers in Lockport, NY.
If his was higher than her benefit and she meets other requirements, than yes, she can get a benefit that is equal to his benefit. She does not get both of their benefits, just the higher of the two.
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