What Happens to Your AARP Will Account When You Die
Quick Facts
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Step-by-Step Guide
Download will document
Download the will created through AARP's estate planning tool before the membership lapses.
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Cancel the AARP membership if no longer needed. Will documents remain valid after cancellation.
Document Now Checklist
- AARP account email
- Will document location
- AARP membership renewal date
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Related Guides
Social Security
Social Security must be notified of death immediately. Benefits paid after death must be returned. Survivor benefits may be available.
IRS / Tax Returns
A final individual tax return must be filed for the year of death. Estates over $13.61M may owe federal estate tax.
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Veterans are entitled to burial benefits, a headstone or marker, a burial flag, and Presidential Memorial Certificate — all at no cost.
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