Apr 1, 2025 · Filing a tax return for a recently-deceased loved one you were close to can be stressful. The process can also be confusing, especially if you need to file a return for someone who wasn’t …

Dec 5, 2025 · In most cases, you have to be at least 60 years old to claim survivor benefits. How much of your deceased spouse's benefits you get depends on your age when you claim, just like regular …

May 24, 2023 · If the deceased will be buried in a cemetery, you’ll want to find out how the cemetery is maintained. Sometimes small country cemeteries rely on family members to maintain the grounds …

May 6, 2025 · The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced changes to streamline the benefit application process for survivors and dependents of deceased veterans. The changes are meant to …

Dec 29, 2025 · Social Security can pay benefits to a deceased recipient's former spouse. Read more to see if you qualify for ex-spouse survivor benefits.

Oct 29, 2024 · Widows and widowers make up most recipients of survivor benefits, but if your partner dies, your kids could also be eligible for monthly payments. “These benefits provide a source of …

Dec 5, 2025 · Can I Collect Both My Deceased Spouse's Social Security and My Own at the Same Time? No. Even if you are eligible to receive both benefits, Social Security will pay out only the …

Apr 28, 2025 · You also get 71.5 percent if you claim benefits in your 50s as a disabled surviving spouse. For people younger than 60 who claim survivor benefits on the basis of caring for the …

Dec 12, 2025 · Spouses of deceased Social Security beneficiaries may be able to collect survivor benefits for life, but remarrying can affect eligibility.

Oct 10, 2018 · The death benefit is a one-time payment, not to be confused with survivor benefits, which are monthly payments made to the surviving spouse, ex-spouse, children or, in rare instances, the …