When I Claim My $2,950 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit?

The rules around Spousal Social Security benefits have several nuances, but some policies are crystal clear. One is that a spouse must specifically request to begin receiving spousal benefits. That is, it's not automatic. Another certainty is that a spouse will only receive the spousal benefit if it is a larger amount than the benefit […] The post When I Claim My $2,950 Social Security, Will My Wife Automatically Get a Spousal Benefit? appeared first on SmartReads by SmartAsset.