Survivor benefits

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Q. I retired under CSRS offset and get a reduced Social Security pension. My husband worked for General Motors and retired with pension and Social Security. In the event that he dies, will I be able to switch to his Social Security?

A. Yes, provided his benefit is greater than yours. For more information on Social Security survivor benefits, go to www.socialsecurity.gov/pubs/EN-05-10084.pdf.

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Reg Jones was head of retirement and insurance policy at the Office of Personnel Management. Email your retirement-related questions to fedexperts@federaltimes.com.

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