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The document is a Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) Election Statement for former spouse coverage, intended for retired and retiring military members. It outlines the process for changing SBP coverage to include a former spouse or former spouse with children due to divorce. The form requires personal information, marital status, and details about dependent children if applicable. It also includes privacy statements and instructions for submission to the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), emphasizing the need for documentation related to divorce.

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Can I collect my deceased husband's Social Security and my own?

Many people ask \u201ccan I collect my deceased spouse's social security and my own at the same time?\u201d In fact, you cannot simply add together both a survivor benefit and your own retirement benefit. Instead, Social Security will pay the higher of the two amounts.

How much SBP will I get?

The SBP annuity is determined by the base amount you elect. The base amount may range from a minimum of $300 up to a maximum of full retired pay. The annuity is 55 percent of the base amount....Spouse Coverage. Base AmountSBP CostsSBP Benefits 55% of Base Amount$2,500.00$162.50$1,375.005 more rows

What is the difference between survivor benefits and widow benefits?

The earliest a widow or widower can start receiving Social Security survivors benefits based on age will remain at age 60. Widows or widowers benefits based on age can start any time between age 60 and full retirement age as a survivor.

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Is SBP automatic?

The normal method of paying for SBP coverage is by an automatic deduction from your retirement pay. The vast majority of retired members with SBP coverage pay through this means. It is implemented automatically if you elect SBP coverage at the time you retire.

What survivor benefits cover?

These are examples of the benefits that survivors may receive: Widow or widower, full retirement age or older \u2014 100% of the deceased worker's benefit amount. Widow or widower, age 60 \u2014 full retirement age \u2014 71½ to 99% of the deceased worker's basic amount. Widow or widower with a disability aged 50 through 59 \u2014 71½%.

How long does a widow receive survivor benefits?

Widows and widowers Generally, spouses and ex-spouses become eligible for survivor benefits at age 60 \u2014 50 if they are disabled \u2014 provided they do not remarry before that age. These benefits are payable for life unless the spouse begins collecting a retirement benefit that is greater than the survivor benefit.

What is the difference between death benefits and survivor benefits?

The death benefit is a one-time payment, not to be confused with survivor benefits, which are continuing payments made to the surviving spouse, ex-spouse, children or, in rare instances, the parents of the deceased.

What is the difference between beneficiary and survivor benefits?

State law determines who, if anyone, is eligible to receive benefits as a survivor. The survivor and beneficiary can be the same person and often are, but don't have to be. Survivor Continuance is an employer-paid monthly benefit payable after your death in retirement to an eligible survivor.