Navigating Spousal Social Security Survivor Benefits
From Finance Through The Fog by Jeff Morneault, CFP®, EA, RICP®
December 4, 2025 · 30 min · Episode 1
About this episode
Jeff discusses Social Security Survivor Benefits for Spouses and their impact on retirement income.
In the first episode of Finance Through the Fog , Jeff discusses Social Security Survivor Benefits for Spouses, and they can interact with your own benefit to provide retirement income. The episode includes an overview of survivor benefits, benefit calculations, claiming timelines, and common strategies. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to constitute investment, financial, legal, or tax advice. All opinions expressed are those of the host and guests and are subject to change without notice. Any references to investments, strategies, or securities are illustrative and do not constitute a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell any investment product. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. Listeners should not act or refrain from acting on the basis of any information included in this podcast without seeking individualized advice from a qualified financial professional who understands your personal circumstances and financial objectives. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investments involve risk, including the possible loss of…
People in this episode
Host: Jeff Morneault
Topics covered
- Social Security
- Survivor Benefits
- Retirement Income
- Financial Planning
- Benefit Calculations
Keywords
- Social Security
- Survivor Benefits
- Retirement
- Financial Advice
- Benefit Calculations
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