It’s been said that with age comes wisdom, and age and wisdom cause us to ask questions we would never have thought of at the beginning of our adult journey. One of the questions married couples should ask—What happens if I die first?
The loss of a spouse is not only tragic emotionally, but can have devastating financial consequences for the surviving spouse unless preparations have been made ahead of time. Here are 10 important financial issues married couples need to consider as part of their financial planning.