Remarrying at 60 or later preserves a divorced woman's right to collect up to 100% of her ex-husband's Social Security survivor benefit after he dies. Federal regulation 20 C.F.R. §404.335(e) codifies ...

If you're divorced, there's a long-term benefit hiding in plain sight that could put you on track for retirement, and most people don't know it exists. According to the Nationwide Retirement Institute ...

Lawyers say property acquired during the marriage will often belong to both spouses, even if the assets include retirement ...

Divorce is complicated enough without having to worry about how it might affect your Social Security benefits down the road. If you're wondering whether an ex-spouse can claim spousal benefits based ...

A 401(k) beneficiary form overrides any will, and two Supreme Court rulings confirm even a divorce decree cannot redirect the money. An ex-spouse named on a form during marriage can legally collect a ...

Workplace retirement plans like 401(k)s are among the most powerful tools for building long-term wealth, yet they are also among the easiest to overlook during major life changes. According to a 2025 ...