I’m 85 and my partner is 69, and we’re wondering if marriage makes sense from a Social Security standpoint

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Key Points




Married couples are entitled to certain benefits from Social Security.



Getting married later in life could result in larger survivor benefits.



It’s generally not the best idea to get married for the sake of Social Security alone.



Are you ahead, or…

This story appeared on 247wallst.com, 2025-06-23 15:49:15.
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