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April 3, 2019
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Can I Collect On My Deceased Husband's Social Security Even Though I Remarried At Age 31?
My husband died when he was 29. I remarried at age 31. I am now 60 years of age. Can I collect deceased husband's social security even though I remarried at age 31?
Hi,
No, not if you're still married. However, you could potentially qualify for widow's benefits on your previous husband's record if you're no longer married. A remarriage prior to age 60 (or age 50 if the widow is drawing disabled widow's benefits) bars possible eligibility for widow's benefits on a prior spouse's record throughout the duration of the remarriage (https://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/handbook/handbook.04/handbook-0401.html).
You may want to use our software to investigate the Social Security claiming options that may be available to you.
Best, Jerry