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I am a widow too ,getting DIC, SSA, and also some income from my farm and a few investments,and I have always filed a federal and state tax return.My annual church contributions are usually much more than any taxes due on the investments or lease income ,but I still always have the returns done by a local tax accountant, even if I don't owe anything.
Buck is right as to most locales have exemptions for property taxes for vets and their survivors.
I get 2 separate property tax exceptions due to my deceased husband's service but in order to get them I have to produce a copy of my state tax return, and I am pretty sure a copy of my IRS return as well.
Having a tax person does not really cost much at all and it gives peace of mind knowing the forms are filled out correctly because you might need both IRS and state tax forms filed, for property tax exemptions and even special senior citizen exceptions,if your tax locale offers them as well.
 

VA benefits are not taxable; therefore, VA does not send out 1099 forms. If you need a statement of benefits paid, please contact your VA Regional Office.
However you may want to check with SSA on other paid fees such as the SSDI Program!
if your hubby was 100% P&T and died from his S.C. INJURY OR DIESEASE you should be eligible for the Property Tax Deductions/ check with your local county tax office.