Losing someone you care about is heartbreaking enough without having to worry about someone trying to exploit the situation. Yet, bereavement scammers hope to steal Social Security numbers and financial account information of deceased loved ones. Here’s what else you should know about bereavement scams. Types of Bereavement Scams Obituary Scams. Criminals often use obituary information to target...

The loss of a loved one often leaves survivors with feelings of overwhelming sadness and numerous loose ends to tie up. Amidst intense waves of grief, non-financial tasks are especially easy to overlook. However, neglecting them may affect the healing process for grieving families. Here are five actions surviving relatives should take after the loss of a loved one. 1. Remove the deceased loved one...

When someone you love passes away, intense emotions, like sadness and anger, can make it hard to think clearly. During such times, managing finances, particularly debt, can feel overwhelming and confusing. Getting organized is crucial. Not only does it help in honoring the legacy of the person you've lost, but it also helps you regain control over your life and finances. If you recently...

It can be emotionally draining to utter the words that a loved one has passed away. After sharing the tragic news with immediate family, figuring out who else should be notified can seem like a monumental task. But quickly alerting others could lighten the financial burdens that may arise after a loved one’s passing. Here’s a list of people and organizations that should be notified of the death...