RunnerDude
Super Genius
- 181
I have a client who just turned 65 and wants to start social security. His wife, who is two years older, began her social security about four or five years ago. They have be married for about 40 years. Her social security benefit is about $500 less per month than 50% of her husband's. My question is, can my client's wife claim a spousal benefit to receive an extra $500 per month after her husband's benefit payment begins? if so, does this occur automatically, or will she have to complete a form or apply on SSA.gov?