survivor benefit

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You typically cannot receive both a full survivor benefit and a full retirement benefit simultaneously.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Alternatively, could I defer my own benefit until age 70 and continue receiving the survivor benefit until then?

From MarketWatch • Jan. 31, 2026

Because she started collecting at age 60, she likely received a reduced survivor benefit from her deceased spouse, since she had not yet reached her Full Retirement Age.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 9, 2026

You will get the higher of whatever benefit you’re owed, be it your own or in this case, a survivor benefit.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

Your spouse almost certainly should wait to claim until age 70 to maximize their lifetime benefit and to lock in the highest possible survivor benefit.

From Los Angeles Times • May 25, 2025