August 27, 2024
Beyond Social Security: What Happens When You’re Gone?
Social Security doesn’t have individual accounts, but payroll taxes fund a trust from which benefits are paid. If you die, your payments stop, but survivor benefits may be available to qualifying family members. These benefits are based on your work record and aren’t “taking” your Social Security. Eligible survivors include: spouses (married at least nine months), ex-spouses (married at least 10 years and divorced for two), minor children, adult children with disabilities, and dependent parents (
