From Yahoo Finance: 2025-04-12 09:00:00

Credit card debt doesn’t vanish after death. The debt transfers to the estate, even if property was designated to avoid probate. Creditors can still pursue transferred property. Spousal and survivor benefits under Social Security differ. Survivor benefits are based on what the higher earner was receiving. Financial advisors often recommend waiting until age 70 to maximize benefits and survivor checks.



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