Losing a spouse is a devastating emotional experience, and it can be equally overwhelming financially. In the midst of grief, many widows discover that critical financial conversations never took place — and that their advisors never asked the right questions in time. This lack of preparation can lead to missed benefits, unexpected tax burdens, and irreversible money mistakes. The questions widows wish advisors had told them before it was too late are not complicated, but they can make the difference between stability and financial hardship. Here are ten that every couple should address sooner rather than later.
