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After Loss Financial Support

Losing a spouse is heartbreaking—and while grief takes the lead, the paperwork, decisions, and financial responsibilities don’t pause. Many widows find themselves staring down a mountain of unfamiliar tasks: unpaid bills, benefit forms, changing account titles, and making sense of money that may have been managed by someone else for years.

During this fragile time, practical help from someone both knowledgeable and compassionate can make all the difference. That’s where a Daily Money Manager can step in, offering gentle structure, clear guidance, and breathing room to grieve without chaos.

Recent Money Matters Blog Posts:

Scammers and Identity Thieves

Scammers and Identity Thieves

A Summer is often a time for vacations and relaxed schedules, longer days with family barbecues and carefree gatherings. It can also be a time when we let down our guard and are not as vigilant with overseeing our credit card statements or bank account balances. ...

Stop Singing the Tax Time Blues

Stop Singing the Tax Time Blues

We are coming to the end of that time of year when you have exhausted yourself preparing to send information to your tax preparer. Tax time doesn’t have to be a downer although can be a stressful and overwhelming period for many individuals. With numerous documents to...

Why to Review Beneficiaries Annually to Secure Your Wishes

Why to Review Beneficiaries Annually to Secure Your Wishes

Reviewing your list of beneficiaries annually is wise. Relationships, circumstances, or benefits can change, and sometimes, so do your recipients. There are everyday life events such as births, deaths, or marriages. The most compelling reason for an annual beneficiary review is to ensure your accounts distribute as you wish.

Financial Tip for December 2022

Financial Tip for December 2022

For many, the holiday season is in full swing, despite continued disruptions in the supply chain which may impact the purchases we make. With the hustle and bustle of our lives, it is easy to overlook several of the important financial dates for this month. December...

Right Now is a Good Time to Review Your Fiduciary Designations

Right Now is a Good Time to Review Your Fiduciary Designations

An up-to-date estate plan is a huge gift for your family and friends. It can avoid sending your family into court when they are already struggling to deal with your illness or death. Don’t let a judge decide who makes your health care decisions or who manages your estate.

October 2022 Financial Tip

October 2022 Financial Tip

October 1st is the start date for submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. The FAFSA is the key to getting financial aid; every student should file.

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