Can Your Ex Take Your Social Security After Divorce?

If you're divorced, you may have heard that your ex-spouse can take your Social Security. That's somewhat true in that Social Security rules may allow your former spouse to claim benefits on your record. That may seem like it adds insult to injury, especially given the financial havoc a divorce can create.

But even if your ex can use your earnings to take Social Security, you shouldn't stress over it because they really aren't taking anything from you. Read on to learn about the rules for Social Security and divorce.

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