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When a husband dies, does the wife get his Social Security?

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The answer is: Maybe! Social Security benefits are very complex. Survivor benefits are complex as well. Since we specialize in helping widows, we are approaching the topic from a widow’s perspective. The first thing we suggest is to not assume you know what your benefits are. We have heard lots of incorrect information that people […]




How many death certificates do I need?

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Uncategorized,Widows / September 30, 2021

How many death certificates do I need? This is a question that is often asked and there are plenty of answers on the internet! Here are our two cents – from the perspective of people who have actually helped clients settle their husband’s estates, retitle accounts, and reorganize their personal finances. We say you’ll need […]