Is there a form that will my husband can sign that would give me permission to sign his check?

Full question:

My husband and I are getting a divorce. He is in Disability and I am on Social Security. He is going to another women but wants his checks to still come to our house. Can I get permission to sign his checks?

Answer:

Social Security prefers to sent checks directly to the beneficiary. SSA doesn't allow a power of attorney to be used to sign another's check, but instead a representative payee may be named. However, a representative payee is only named when the beneficiary is physically or mentally unable to manage their own financial affairs.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.

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You may be eligible to receive Social Security benefits based on your ex-husband's work record if you were married for at least 10 years and are currently unmarried. This is known as spousal benefits. However, your own benefits may be reduced if you are eligible for your own Social Security. It's best to consult with the Social Security Administration for specific eligibility requirements.

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