Even though your loved ones are financially supported, they will also be terribly affected by your passing. If you have children and you handle the money that your spouse inherits from you, you may be concerned about what would happen to that money if you die. Will they be able to afford it after you die? Because your loved ones know what to do when you die, right? Will you leave money to your children as a gift? These are all normal concerns and questions that we must ask ourselves in order to properly prepare ourselves financially for our loved ones in case you pass away. We at Engarde Financial Group can help you manage the stress that comes with planning for your death. We will discuss some things that you need to do when it comes to planning for your passing.
Recognize your role
You probably start from where you are, but there are some things that you haven’t considered. What will happen to the income of your family during your absence? But the information above may be misleading. If you have a pension plan, what will you receive? Check if your pension agreement provides that your surviving spouse will be provided with income for life. Also check if you are receiving pension income in the form of an Annuity or a Final Salary pension. Get a forecast of where you will stand financially if you have not yet started collecting your State Pension. It is not a common belief that surviving spouses automatically receive their spouses pension when their spouse dies. The surviving spouse does not automatically receive their spouse’s State Pension, contrary to popular belief. It is possible that you and the other person both receive nothing at all.
Insurance
If one of you dies before your family gets everything it needs, you will find that getting life insurance protects all your assets, including your retirement funds. You might need to talk to an insurance company, like Engarde Financial Group, if you want to protect your assets, or pay off a mortgage. You may want to get life insurance, or you may be curious about buying other types of insurance. Talking to an insurance broker or even consulting with a financial planner is very helpful. Together, we can make sure your family is taken care of.
Put your Will in order
When was the last time you went through your Will? Check to see if your Will is in a place that is accessible to everyone, and whether your wishes are still expressed in it. Pay attention to people who are named as Executors in your Will, because they will be in charge of managing, distributing, and caring for your assets after you die. Will they act promptly and favorably toward your spouse? Also, if you haven’t already done that, you should create Lasting Powers of Attorney for yourself and your spouse. If you become unable to manage your finances on your own, you can name a trusted third party to manage your affairs.
Organize your investments and pensions
You may be managing multiple investments and pensions with various providers, using a variety of different strategies. Will your partner still be there for you when you die? Now, all your financial needs can be managed from one centralized platform, reducing administrative costs and increasing efficiency.
Simple is best
Engarde Financial Group looks at each situation differently. There is no such thing as one size fits all when it comes to your financial needs. Insurance is a huge factor to consider when it comes to preparing for the unexpected. What you do with your life insurance can make all the difference in ensuring that the people you love are taken care of. Also, make sure to get advice from an investment advisor and a lawyer regarding your Will and your investments.
