If My Spouse Dies, Can I Collect Their Social Security Benefits?
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In most cases, you have to be at least 60 years old to claim survivor benefits. How much of your deceased spouse's benefits you get depends on your age when you claim, just like regular Social Security benefits.
In most cases, you have to be at least 60 years old to claim survivor benefits. How much of your deceased spouse's benefits you get depends on your age when you claim, just like regular Social Security benefits.
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