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November 6, 2017
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Can I Switch From Divorced Spousal Benefits To Drawing Benefits On My Own Record?
I was 66 1/2 when I started receiving my ex-spouse social security benefits. I would now like to switch over to mine. Is this possible and if so what steps do I take?
Hi,
Yes, it's possible to switch to your own record if your benefit rate would be higher. In order to do so, you would need to contact Social Security to file a claim. You can make an appointment by calling 1-800-772-1213.
Before proceeding, however, you may want to strongly consider using the maximization software available on this website in order to determine your optimal filing strategy.
Best, Jerry