By Susan M. Graham, Certified Elder Law Attorney, Senior Edge Legal, Boise, Idaho. Did you know there is a Social Security Death Benefit of $255 available to a Spouse? Most people forget the benefit is available when someone dies. A one-time lump sum death payment of $255 can be paid to the surviving spouse if…
By: Susan M. Graham, Certified Elder Law Attorney, Senior Edge Legal, Boise, Idaho A married couple planning for their retirement may want to consider strategies that maximize the Social Security income for both spouses, and for the survivor. Married couples should consider a number of variables before making a claim for their Social Security benefits.…
By: Susan M. Graham, Certified Elder Law Attorney, Senior Edge Legal, Boise, Idaho Retirement has many parts. How much predictable income you receive when you are no longer working is a critical concern, and Social Security is part of that retirement income picture. If you have not signed up for Social Security retirement benefits, stop…