To receive spousal benefits as a divorced individual, the marriage must have lasted 10 years, the person claiming must be at least 62 (or caring for a child age 15 or younger, or for a child of any ...

ALBANY, NY – The New York State Department of Veterans’ Services has announced the launch of Healing Haven for Military Spouses, a first-of-its-kind statewide peer-to-peer initiative designed ...

When a spouse dies, the emotional shock often collides with an immediate financial question: what happens to the Social Security income that helped pay the bills. Survivor rules are technical, but ...

On average, U.S. families spend 8.9%-16% of their median income on full-day care for just one child, according to the ...

A postal service employee has been indicted for collecting benefits for her deceased ex-spouse for over 10 years, according ...

Learn how a Court Order Acceptable for Processing (COAP) divides federal benefits, including retirement and survivor annuities, for ex-spouses or dependents of U.S. federal employees.

Those nearing retirement have plenty to think about. Having enough money to live off of in one’s old age is an important factor to consider. But for those with extra capital to spend, deciding how ...

Congress slashed military insurance coverage for IVF treatments in the defense bill, angering spouses who feel let down.

Discover how Tenants by Entirety protects married couples' property rights, offers full ownership, and compares with other methods like joint tenancy and tenancy in common.

Social Security may be one of the most crucial income sources to have in retirement, yet many make decisions that cost them ...

Learn how the Social Security Fairness Act repeals WEP and GPO, triggers retroactive lump-sum payments, and raises monthly ...