Social Security survivors benefits can be an important source of financial stability after your partner passes away.

When a spouse dies, many widows assume that Social Security will automatically pay them the highest benefit available. That assumption is understandable, but it isn't always true. In reality, eligible ...

Losing a spouse is already more than anyone should have to manage. On top of grief, you're suddenly asked to make fast decisions about money, benefits, and paperwork. Social Security is a big part of ...