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Can you draw Social Security on the death of an unemployed spouse?
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∙ 14y ago
If the spouse was eligible in the first place you can, regardless if he was unemployed at the time.
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What death benefit does Social Secuity provide if you are single?
None, Social Security only provides a "Survivor" benefit to your spouse.
Can the same-sex spouse of a Canadian partner get their Canadian social security upon the death of that spouse?
There is only one kind of marriage in Canada and it is open to everyone. If an opposite-sex spouse can get the benefit, then a same-sex spouse can get it too.
Who is entered on the social security death index?
Anyone who holds a Social Security Card at the time of their death will be listed on the Social Security Death Index.
How much does ssi contribute to funeral expenses for the elderly?
It doesn't. Death benefits of $255 in a lump sum from Social Security are paid only to a spouse or a parent.
If you get married will your social security change?
No. Benefits do not stop when you get married. Also, you both continue to receive your check each month. In the event of death of one spouse, the surviving spouse will receive the greater of the two amounts for the rest of their life. For example, if a husband passes away and his social security income was higher than his wife each month, she will then receive a check for that amount instead.
Can a teacher collect social security on husband's death?
No. Each teacher pays into a retirement system and law prevents them getting full social security even if they have worked other jobs and earned it.
Can an ex-spouse file a claim against the child support owed to her through his social security death benefits?
Only for the allocated amount until the child turns 18.
How much do you get from Social Security for cremation?
Social Security doesn't pay for cremation or burial. A surviving spouse or minor children may be eligible for a one-time lump sum death benefit of $255 that can be used toward the expense of cremation, but may not cover the entire cost.
Could you inform me about social security death benefits?
When an individual dies, social security should be notified as soon as possible and the funeral director will report the persons death and they will require that persons social security number.
What exactly is the social security death index?
The social security death index is a file that contains a record of all deceased persons who had a social security number. The list is updated weekly and contains the first and last name, social security number, birth date, death date, and last known residence of each individual.
Can you collect on your husbands Social Security Disability if you are separated?
If she was married to him for at least 10 years, she can. See the Related Link below for more information.
SSN - what does it mean?
a social security number registered with the Death Index, or to the contrary, if the social security number provided is in fact valid, active and issued by the Social Security Administration
