mathjak107
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The way I see it, they have (rightly so) streamlined the filing process so we are each allowed to file ONCE. Folks have been manipulating the system in order to file TWICE -- first to file and suspend or file restricted application for the spousal benefit, then later file all over again to get their increased benefit at a later age.
So now we will be compelled to CHOOSE when it is we really truly mean it to begin SS benefits and file ONCE and for all. Makes good sense to me from an administrative standpoint, so SSA doesn't have to handle filers twice. Make the call for yourself -- file early and begin spousal benefits, or wait to file later for larger benefits.
i think it gave way to much in additional perks to folks just because they were married .
as much as i liked having those options they were a bit unfair .
if a spouse has no work record why should they be treated different than a single ? being a stay at home mom today is a personal choice .
what should happen is if a spouse has no work record and wants to eventually collect the system should have the working spouse have 2 ss contributions taken out