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Social Security and Retirement Planning

Updated 2026-07-15 09:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Experts advise against basing Social Security claims on the actual date of death, as it can affect only surviving beneficiaries. The article discusses the complexities of retirement planning.

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‘I don’t want to sound callous’: Nobody knows when they’ll die. Don’t base when you claim Social Security on that.

“The actual date of death ultimately affects only the surviving beneficiaries.”

2026-07-15 09:15 UTC