Social Security: 38% of Older Adults Don't Know About This Special Type of Benefit
Social Security can go a long way in retirement, so it's important to ensure you're squeezing every penny out of your monthly checks. Most older adults qualify for retirement benefits, so long as you've worked and paid taxes for at least 10 years. But retirement benefits aren't the only type of Social Security you could be entitled to receive.
Your marital status also affects your benefit amount. While many people are aware that spouses can collect Social Security, many don't know that you could also receive extra benefits if you're divorced. Here's how to tell whether you qualify.
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