Moving Forward on Your Own: A Financial Guidebook for Widows

by Kathleen M. Rehl

Overview

A husband's death is possibly the most devastating event a woman will experience. She might wonder if she will be able to make it on her own. She may feel overwhelmed and not know what to do next without her partner. Kathleen's guidebook helps widows be more confident, knowledgeable and secure about their money matters. The book integrates basic financial information with self-reflective exercises that encourage financial self-assurance. Kathleen is honest about her own struggles as a widow. This unique guidebook is presented in a beautiful format, to help heal a woman's soul as well as gently focus on money matters. The book is not intended to teach women everything about money and financial planning immediately. When someone is emotionally overwhelmed, it s not wise to overload one's focus. Rather, widows are invited to begin looking at their money issues and then take actions in a way that builds confidence . . . as they transition into a new financial life on their own.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780984579303
Publisher:	Rehl Financial Advisors
Publication date:	08/01/2010
Pages:	80
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 9.80(h) x 0.20(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments 9

Introduction 10

Emotions and Grief 13

He's Gone …Forever 14

Kathleen's Story 15

Cascading Emotions 17

Your Story 19

Grief and Mourning 20

Financial Steps for Recent Widows 23

What to Do When Your Husband Dies 24

Reflection Exercises 31

Financial Feelings Survey 32

Rating Your Life Values 34

Money Flow 36

Your Net Worth 38

Family Tree 40

Your Money History and Style 43

Money History 45

What's Your Money Style? 46

Money Stories and More 49

Enjoy a Rich Life and Not Just a Life of Riches 50

Focus on Investment Factors You Can Control 52

You Are Wealthier Than You Think 53

Give More Than Money to Those You Love 55

A "Big Grin" Goal 57

A Free Concert in the Park 59

Buy Experiences and Invest in Memories 61

Put Your Gratitude into Action! 63

Write Your New Will and Other Estate Planning Documents 65

Rusty Red Water 66

Pennies from Heaven 69

Wheel of Life 70

Other Things to Think About 73

Finding a Financial Advisor 74

Index 77