Understanding Social Security survivor benefits is crucial for widows, as claiming early can reduce payments; strategic ...

In most cases, the funeral home reports the death to the SSA, but you should confirm that it has been done. You can also call ...

Dear Liz: I believe you provided bad information to the woman inquiring about Social Security spousal benefits for her husband. You suggested to her that since she was the higher income spouse, that ...

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One key benefit that many people overlook when trying to maximize their Social Security benefits is the spousal benefit. Under Social Security regulations, an individual may apply for Social Security ...

Widows and widowers need to talk to a human being and get the kind of help personalized to their own situation.

When combined, the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) can offer a steady stream of ...

Feb. 19—The widow of a mechanic killed in a 2016 workplace accident in Winchester is entitled to receive workers' compensation death benefits, New Hampshire's highest court has ruled. The state ...