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

Cambria, CA Viewed 29 times. Posted 4 months ago in Social Security
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Jonathan H Levy

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This attorney is licensed in California and 1 other state. Posted 4 months ago. Flag as objectionable
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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Felice Adrienne Brodsky

Felice Adrienne Brodsky

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This attorney is licensed in New York. Posted 4 months ago. Flag as objectionable
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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