Question regarding SS for Ex (divorce, divorced, spouse, social security)

[RiverBird]

Originally Posted by Curmudgeon

At best, Social Security is a gigantic Ponzi scheme from which my wife and I are both enjoying benefits. She earned hers as I earned mine, but there's an ex lurking out there who will be tapping into my account in another two years.

Not to go off topic, but how much can an "ex" collect on a former spouse's social security? Hers plus his, or either/or? I see various info and will contact the SS office to confirm.

[MadManofBethesda]

Originally Posted by newenglandgirl

Not to go off topic, but how much can an "ex" collect on a former spouse's social security? Hers plus his, or either/or? I see various info and will contact the SS office to confirm.

Don't know what "various" info you've seen, but it is pretty straightforward and is spelled out on the SSA website:

Retirement Planner:Benefits for your divorced spouse

[Keeper]

I made your question a new thread.

The link provided gives a good explanation.