A little clarity, at your pace

About SBC Surviving Spouse Planning Education

We want financial information after the death of a spouse to be easier to read, easier to question, and easier to return to.

Who operates this website

SBC Surviving Spouse Planning Education is operated by a marketing and education company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is not a law firm, tax preparer, registered investment adviser, or nonprofit. Grand Rapids identifies the operator's location, not a local service office.

Our role and our limits

The website provides general education, not personalized legal, tax, or investment advice. We do not determine benefit eligibility, prepare returns, manage investments, or settle estates. No provider credentials, prices, or local service availability are represented here.

How to read our sources

Substantive factual sections link to official sources. Dates in the source registry show when the cited pages were checked, not a promise that every rule will remain unchanged. Local links are navigational resources and do not establish your legal rights. Confirm current instructions with the agency and an appropriate professional.

Independent from government

We are not affiliated with or endorsed by SSA, the IRS, any court, or any government agency. Links to public sources are for education. We do not use government seals or imply official approval.