What funerals cost, how to pay for them, insurance, debt, pensions and coping financially after a death.
Financial planning around death is one of the most important aspects of end of life matters. This is more than just paying for a funeral but making sure all areas of your daily life are sorted – from managing utility bills when you’ve lost mental capacity to money matters after a partner dies.
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Life insurance companies can refuse cover if you have a mental health condition, which may include mild anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder.
Studies have shown that the money woes that accompany bereavement can intensify and prolong grief, or lead to depression and worse mental health.
One of the largest crowdfunding sites is currently running more than 100 campaigns for those looking to raise money for a funeral.
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Around 22% of those who recently arranged a funeral did so without knowing whether the person who died had any wishes for the way it should be carried out.
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