You've just lost your parent, and it's a difficult, stressful time. You're grieving, yet there's so much to do: funeral arrangements to make, family to care for. And as painful as it may seem, there is also urgent business concerning your finances.
How's your financial strategy coming along? That old adage, "People don't plan to fail, they fail to plan," can be especially true when it comes to finances. And, given the current economy, the best time to start taking control of your finances is today.
When married couples have young children, often one spouse stays home while the other works outside the home. While most parents understand the necessity of purchasing a life insurance policy on the income earner, few realize the importance of also insuring the stay-at-home spouse. What if the…