01

Identify the practical costs

Services, burial or cremation, travel, legal administration, household bills and other obligations may be relevant.

02

Count resources already available

Existing insurance, savings, veteran benefits and prepaid arrangements can change the remaining question.

03

Choose a trusted organizer

Keep policies, contacts and instructions where the appropriate person can find them. Do not place sensitive documents in an ordinary email.

04

Ask for licensed product explanations

Availability, underwriting, cost, waiting periods and benefits depend on the actual policy and applicant.