Money Fix: The death of a spouse
The death of a spouse is devastating but also a key financial moment. Experts advise starting with a simple to-do list. Credit: iStock
What do you do when your spouse dies and suddenly you're flying solo?
"While the death of a spouse is emotionally devastating, it is also a key financial moment," says Benjamin Sullivan, a certified financial planner with Palisades Hudson Financial Group in Scarsdale.
Despite your grief, there is much to do.
This is just the beginning of the to-do list. But, says Carriero, "Don't be rushed or pressured into anything during this difficult time which makes you lose sleep at night. Take your time making decisions."
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