From tax surprises to benefit reductions, these are the key Social Security changes that happen after a spouse dies, and how ...

The widow's penalty can reduce your Social Security income after a spouse dies. Learn how this works, why it happens, and smart steps to protect your retirement.

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There are three instances in which a surviving spouse may be held liable to pay the remaining debt of the departed borrower.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. The widow(er)’s penalty tax is one of the least known yet most onerous ...

Losing a spouse brings immense emotional weight and, often, unexpected financial decisions. For many surviving spouses, one of the most complicated and confusing tasks is deciding what to do with the ...

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