Retirement Thread

[BigRedChief]

Originally Posted by Mosbonian

I don't know about that....we were told that both my wife and disabled son will receive my full amount of my benefit upon my death....now she does lose her current retirement benefit which is much less than mine.

And as for the whole Social Security paperwork mudhole, been there felt that! And even if you get it right it doesn't mean someone at SS won't enter incorrect data that will cause you to be rejected.

I always tell everyone to start your paperwork at least 6 months before you retire the first month you are eligible.

You were not a teacher. It only applies to that profession. Other people who have a pension get their regular SS payment.

She will only get $500-$800 a month when I die.