All articles about Minnesota Survivor Benefits Navigator.
Minnesota can recover Medical Assistance costs from the estate, including the family home. But surviving spouses are completely exempt. Here is how to know where you stand.
Minnesota survivor benefits have deadlines ranging from 72 hours to 3 years. Miss one and the benefit is permanently lost. Here is the chronological filing sequence.
A Minnesota probate attorney charges $200-$500/hour. For straightforward survivor benefit claims, here are the alternatives that cover the same ground for a fraction of the cost.
PERA, MSRS, and TRA pensions each have different survivor options. A 50% election means half your income disappears. Here is how to navigate the pension alongside every other benefit.
Compare using a survivor benefits guide against contacting SSA, PERA, DHS, and county offices individually. One approach costs weeks. The other costs less than a tank of gas.
How to get certified death certificates from the Minnesota Department of Health or county vital records, including fees, turnaround time, and how many copies you need.
How to file the Minnesota Homestead Credit Refund (Form M1PR) after a spouse dies, including income limits, the year-of-death rule, and senior deferral.