Post-death logistics

Death benefits can be a massive help to families who are struggling after losing someone, especially if they were dependent on the deceased. Whether you are a spouse, parent, grandkid, child, or stepchild, you may be eligible for benefits. Some forms of Social Security survivor benefits are paid out

Understanding the probate process is important if you’ve been tasked with executing a will or are involved with settling the estate of someone who’s passed away. There are many steps to probate that involve interacting with courts, attorneys, administrators, creditors, and many other key figures whe

Getting a death certificate is a straightforward process, even though you probably don’t have experience getting one. In most cases you’ll just need to fill out an application form, provide a copy of a valid ID, submit a fee and you’re good to go. Find out if you can apply online, in person, or by m

If you’ve recently lost a loved one who had social security benefits, you may be eligible for Social Security survivor benefits (also referred to as Social Security death benefits). There are two types of survivor benefits: A lump-sum social security survivor benefit Ongoing monthly soci

When someone close to you passes away, securing their possessions may be the last thing on your mind, but news of a death can be a green light for thieves and other criminals, sadly. If a close friend or relative who lived alone has just passed away, it’s a good idea to try to stop by their hom