If you are divorced, your ex-spouse can receive benefits based on your record (even if you have remarried) if: Your marriage lasted 10 years or longer. You are entitled to Social Security retirement or disability benefits.
How can I find out if my ex is receiving Social Security benefits?
How can I find out if a former spouse is collecting Social Security benefits on my record? En español | You ask the Social Security Administration. It can tell you the name of any “auxiliary beneficiary,” including an ex-husband or ex-wife who is drawing or has drawn benefits on your earnings record.
How much money can I collect from my ex-spouse?
The most you can collect in divorced-spouse benefits is 50 percent of your former mate’s primary insurance amount — the monthly payment he or she is entitled to at full retirement age (currently 66 but gradually rising to 67 over the next several years).
What happens if you pay an ex spouse a lump sum?
The idea being that if you pay your ex-spouse a lump sum payment, they could invest that money and earn interest on it. Ending up at the end of the term (in theory) with the same amount of money had you paid out their spousal support in a more traditional manner.
How to get an ex spouse to stop paying alimony?
A new marriage will usually allow the payments to come to an end, so keep track of what your ex-spouse is up to when it comes to their relationships. Keep tabs on them via social media and through friends. Make sure you are aware of when these life changes occur so you can get those alimony payments to cease.
Where can I file for ex spousal benefits?
You can file for ex-spousal benefits online (via an application form or your My Social Security account); by calling Social Security at 800-772-1213; or by making an appointment at your local Social Security office.
