The Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015 made two big changes to social security income strategies. First, the “File and Suspend” option will no longer be available after April 30, 2016. This was a way for married couples to allow the higher earning spouse to claim benefits at their full retirement age (FRA), but suspend them and allow benefits to grow to a later date. The second change is in the “Restricted Application.” This would apply to married couples that have reached FRA and who were eligible for spousal benefit as well as their own personal benefit. They can file a restricted application for spousal benefits only and delay their personal benefits. If you turn 62 after 2015, the Act eliminated this option. We suggest you check your benefits at www.ssa/gpv

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