u/Dave69looking

Best method due to deceased spouse.

General details

Couple married for 20 years.

85 year old partner passes 2/2026. Was collecting about 5000/month social security.

Spouse is only 56 and not collecting any social security. His income over the years was much lower around 20,000/year earnings.

What methods should be used to maximize the spouces social security once he reaches 60 years old?

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u/Dave69looking — 1 day ago