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Ask an Advisor: I am 61. My former husband died last year. We were married for over 10 years but ultimately divorced. Am I entitled to apply for any Social Security survivor’s benefits?

Mike Hunsberger, ChFC®, CFP®

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What is a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA)?

Brian Thorp

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Ask an Advisor: I haven’t been happy in my marriage since before COVID. I’m mentally prepared to file for divorce, but unsure how to prepare myself financially. What should I do next?

Jamie Lima, MBA, CFP®, CDFA®

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Ask an Advisor: I was married for 28 years before divorcing. I’m 60 now and never remarried. My ex died 3 years ago when he was 65. Can I apply for widow(er) benefits now, and when I turn 67, switch to my own? I was the higher earner.

Elliott Appel, CFP®, CLU®, RLP®

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Ask an Advisor: My wife and I are getting divorced. She wants an unfair amount of child support. She only reports half of her income at tax time, and her lawyer claims she’s entitled. What should I do?

Sara Stanich, CFP®

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Ask an Advisor: I was married for well over 10 years, and now divorced for just over 2 years. Can I collect on my spouse’s Social Security even if they are not?

Zack Swad, CFP®

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Ask an Advisor: I’m a 58-year-old woman getting divorced. My husband managed our finances and I need help. Should I hire a financial advisor?

Stephanie McCullough

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Brian Thorp

Financial Planning

6 Ways Divorced Women Sabotage Their Retirement Years

Myra Alport