What Happens to Your Cake (End of Life) Account When You Die
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Step-by-Step Guide
Share end-of-life preferences with family
Ensure family members have access to the preferences and wishes documented on Cake — funeral, burial, and care preferences.
Download or print preferences
Download or print the documented preferences so they are accessible even if the platform changes.
Document Now Checklist
- Cake account email
- Preferences documented
- Family members with access
Last verified: June 2026. Platform policies may change. Verify current procedures directly with Cake (End of Life). This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
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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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