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7 Overlooked Social Security Benefits Most Retirees Leave on the Table

Don't expect the SSA to tell you that you're overlooking these benefits.

7 Overlooked Social Security Benefits Most Retirees Leave on the Table

Published August 12, 2026 · Category: Finance

Overview

Claiming Social Security benefits can be a complex and confusing process for retirees. As a result, many retirees leave money on the table by glossing over some lesser-known benefits.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) usually won't check for those mistakes. Let's take a closer look at seven of those benefits that you shouldn't forget about.

Details

Most people know you can claim benefits based on your spouse's work records. However, divorced individuals can still claim benefits on their ex-spouse's work record, as long as the marriage lasted at least 10 years, they are at least 62 years old, and are currently unmarried.

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Originally published at www.fool.com.

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