Death & Debt
You’ve heard of living expenses. Are you aware of death expenses? A funeral can cost an average of $12,000.
It doesn’t need to cost so much. The harsh truth is, only 24% of Americans plan their funeral. The death industry know this and are banking on your family to spend while in an emotional state.
Cost of Grief Survey
A Debt.com poll of 1,000 Americans shows more than half would take on debt for a family member’s funeral. Four in ten who already have, are struggling to pay it off.
Death & Debt Articles
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Thinking About Death is Good for Your Family’s Finances
A Debt.com survey shows people fear death, and it stops them from planning for the inevitable. I think that’s irresponsible. Let me walk you through the process.
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Caring for My Disabled Mother Devastated My Finances
Becoming a caregiver for my mom left me in major debt. I couldn’t afford to take care of her – and I’m not alone.
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A Traditional Burial is So 1998
More Americans are interested in nontraditional funerals. There are cheaper options that are better for the environment.
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Death and Debt Survey: 55% Expect to Pass Their Debt to Loved Ones
Debt.com’s latest survey of 1,000 Americans shows more than half expect to pass on debt to their loved ones when they die. For many, it’s tens of thousands worth.
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How a Funeral Can Bury You in Debt
What do funerals and weddings have in common? They’re both expensive and emotional. I planned both six months apart. Here’s what I learned.
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Crazy Funeral Ideas That Are Cheaper Than a Burial
The average funeral costs between $7,000 and $12,000. Over my dead body will I pay that kind of money to get rid of my dead body.
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Death and Debt Glossary
You can expect to feel a lot of emotions while planning a funeral. One you may not expect is confusion. This glossary of death terms can help make the best decisions.
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How to Have a Funeral for Under $200
A funeral home can charge up to $500 to put your dead daughter in her favorite dress. You can just do it yourself.
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The Tough Lesson Chadwick Boseman’s Death Taught us About Estate Planning
The “Black Panther” star didn’t have a will, and it took his wife 15 months to inherit the $2.3 million he left behind.
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Can You Inherit Debt?
Can you be held responsible for the debt of a recently deceased loved one? A consumer debt attorney sets the record straight,
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Americans Can’t Handle Will, Estate, Inheritance Talks
No one likes talking about death, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t.
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What Happens to Your Debt When You Die?
How each type of debt is handled after the account holder passes away.
