Christy Bieber has a JD from UCLA School of Law and began her career as a college instructor and textbook author. She has been writing full time for over a decade with a focus on making financial and ...

Question: A woman from Moline writes: "My husband passed away several years ago. I contacted the Social Security Administration and applied for the death benefit at that time. As I recall, I was told ...

Talking to a SSA representative in person is designed to help you make sure you understand your options and make the best choice you can about when to start your widow’s benefits. Frazao Studio Latino ...

Q: My husband died several months ago. I’m 64. I’m getting my own retirement benefits, and he was getting his own benefits. His Social Security check was more than mine, so I think I am due widow’s ...