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Social Security survivor benefits can offer vital financial support after the loss of a loved one—but many eligible Americans don’t realize they can claim them. In 2025, spouses, children, and even dependent parents may qualify if the deceased person paid into Social Security.

What are survivor benefits?

Survivor benefits are monthly payments made by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to certain family members of a deceased worker.

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The S&P 500 fell Monday, ending a nine-day rally as investors monitored the latest developments on global trade.

The broad-market index shed 0.64% to close at 5,650.38, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 0.74% to end at 17,844.24. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 98.60 points, or 0.24%,

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Despite managing ₹2 lakh crore in assets, passive debt mutual funds in India remain unfamiliar territory for retail investors due to limited awareness and the popularity of active debt funds. The passive debt fund space only gained significant attention after the Bharat Bond ETF launch in December 2019, though the first passive ETF—Liquid BeES—has been available since 2003.

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In the latest episode of ABC’s hit entrepreneurial reality show Shark Tank, viewers witnessed a remarkable success story as Julia Cheek returned to update the Sharks on her at-home medical testing company, Everlywell. Seven years after securing a $1 million deal with investor Lori Greiner,

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Before diving into trading options with real money, a good first step for both novice and experienced traders is to practice their strategies and familiarize themselves with the platform they …

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The Motley Fool: Are ETFs good for beginner investors?

Dr. A. Seddik Meziani: ETFs are an easy way to invest. They are rightly considered an ideal entry point into the market for fledgling investors thanks to their simplicity, low upfront cost, simple fee structure, and ease of trade.

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Investing money in high-yielding dividend stocks can be a great way to generate passive income. Their higher yields enable investors to earn more money from every dollar they invest.

EPR Properties (EPR 2.38%) is a great option for those seeking a lucrative passive income stream.

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