What Happens to Your Spouse's Taxes, Social Security, and Healthcare the Day You Die

What Happens to Your Spouse's Taxes, Social Security, and Healthcare the Day You Die

July 16, 2026 · 15 min · Episode 441

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The episode discusses the financial implications for a surviving spouse after one partner passes away, including taxes, Social Security, and healthcare costs.

When one spouse passes, the surviving spouse doesn't just lose income, they get bumped into a higher tax bracket, lose one Social Security check, and watch their Medicare costs climb. Ready to build a retirement plan around your life, not a product? Full episodes on all podcast platforms. Search Retire On Time. This is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice.

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