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Can My Wife Receive Spousal Benefits On My Record Before I Start Taking Benefits?

My wife turns 66 in March. Can she take 1/2 my Ss even though I will not start taking mine till I am 66 and right now I am 62. Thankyou

Hi,

No, you must be drawing your benefits in order for your wife to potentially receive spousal benefits on your record.

Best, Jerry

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Jan 8 2017 - 5:00pm
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