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My late husband had a higher Social Security benefit. We both claimed at 62. Can I get more on his record?
An individual asks if they can receive more Social Security benefits based on their late husband's higher benefit, as both claimed at age 62. The article notes that early benefit claiming may affect payment amounts but does not always impact survivors.
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