Family Finance
The money decisions that involve more than one person: spousal and survivor Social Security benefits, what happens to a pension when a partner dies, estate planning basics, and powers of attorney.
We are explicit about deadlines, because survivor claims are often filed late and the lost income is rarely recoverable. We also cover harder subjects, including financial exploitation of older relatives.
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How Divorce Affects Your Social Security Benefits
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How to Apply for SNAP (Food Stamps) as a Senior Citizen
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What Happens to My Social Security Benefits if My Spouse Passes Away?
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2 Things that Medicaid Covers & Congress Budget Cuts
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Seniors Can Get Scammed on These 2 Websites
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