Navigating the Social Security filing process as a single individual can be a daunting task. The considerations you need to make differ from those of married couples. In this episode, we aim to simplify this process and provide you with the essential information you need before filing for Social Security. Reasources mentioned in this episode: SSI Blog: Survivors’ Benefits: Exceptions to the Marriage Length Requirement -  https://www.socialsecurityintelligence.com/survivors-benefits-exceptions-to-the-marriage-length-requirement/ Retirement Budget Calculator - https://www.carrolladvisory.com/retirement-budget/  Break Even Calculator - https://www.socialsecurityintelligence.com/calculators/social-security-break-even-calculator/ If you’re thinking "I love the Big Picture Retirement podcast” please consider rating and reviewing this show! This helps me support more people -- just like you -- move toward a confident retirement. Just scroll down to the “ratings and reviews” section, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the podcast. We’re adding new content every week and if you’re not following there’s a good chance you’ll miss out. Follow now! Want to ask Devin or John your question? Just visit https://www.bigpictureretirement.com/ and look for the tab on the right side that says “Send A Voicemail.”  Although this show does not provide specific tax, legal, or financial advice, you can engage Devin or John through their individual firms.  Contact Devin’s team at https://www.carrolladvisory.com/  Contact John’s team at https://www.rossandshoalmire.com/