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General Retirement Questions

17 FAQs Shown

  1. When can I get Social Security retirement benefits?
  2. What is the maximum Social Security retirement benefit payable?
  3. At what age should I start receiving my Social Security retirement benefits?
  4. Will you lower my Social Security benefits if I get a pension from work not covered by Social Security?
  5. How do I apply for Social Security retirement benefits?
  6. Will unemployment benefits affect my Social Security benefits?
  7. What is full retirement age?
  8. How do I earn Social Security credits and how many do I need to qualify for benefits?
  9. Will withdrawals from my individual retirement account affect my Social Security benefits?
  10. Can I withdraw my Social Security retirement claim and reapply later to increase my benefit amount?
  11. What is the estimated monthly benefit for a retired worker?
  12. Do I qualify for benefits as a spouse if I am now in, or the surviving spouse of, a civil union, domestic partnership, or other non-marital legal relationship?
  13. Can I get Social Security retirement benefits and military retirement benefits?
  14. What if I apply but Social Security decides I do not qualify for benefits? Will I receive a penalty or fine?
  15. What should I do if I think I might be eligible for benefits?
  16. I am receiving Social Security benefits. Must I tell Social Security I am in a civil union or other non-marital legal relationship?
  17. Will Social Security recognize a same-sex marriage if the ceremony took place in a foreign country?

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