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taking a financial inventory

Money is the last thing you want to think about after losing a spouse, parent, child, or other loved one to suicide. But money issues may begin to arise immediately as you face medical expenses, funeral costs, and day-to-day bills—and as you consider your future. Don’t feel guilty if you have questions about money. But also don’t try to answer every one of those questions at once. Most experts and other survivors recommend that you make no major financial decisions right after losing your loved one—or for some time afterward. Take your time. Here are five steps you can take to answer questions about your financial situation. Take them one at time. Start by focusing on your money needs for the first few months.