How Long Do I Have to Work to Get Social Security?
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Most people are able to earn the required credits to qualify for Social Security retirement benefits after about a decade in the workforce.
Most people are able to earn the required credits to qualify for Social Security retirement benefits after about a decade in the workforce.
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Can I Collect Both My Deceased Spouse's Social Security and My Own at the Same Time?
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No. Even if you are eligible to receive both benefits, Social Security will pay out only the higher of the two.
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Can I Collect Social Security if I Live Outside the U.S.?
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Yes. U.S citizens who qualify to collect Social Security benefits can receive their payments while living in almost all other countries.
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Can I Get SSDI and SSI at the Same Time?
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