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Asked Apr 24, 2010, 05:49 AM — 2 Answers
I am 60 years old my husband passed away while he was collecting his social security benefits am I entitled to any of it?

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Apr 24, 2010, 06:17 AM


Yes, you are entitled to claim Social Security based on your husband's earnings. You can apply on SSA's website or any SSA office.
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May 4, 2010, 07:46 PM
You are entitled to this so long as you were married to him for at least 10 years or more.
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