Candlelight Magazine Issue 001

Buried in Work was established to simplify estate planning and end-of-life tasks, inspired by a personal experience, and driven by a mission to provide clarity and support during difficult times. Their resources are designed for individuals, families, friends, service providers, and businesses looking for effective estate planning and end-of-life management solutions. For an extended checklist—or to access what has been called “the most comprehensive end- of-life resource ever,” visit buriedinwork.com.●

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☐ Notify Credit Card Companies ☐ Check With Creditors for The Existence of Credit Life Insurance ☐ Apply For Federal Survivors Benefits ☐ File Outstanding Claims for Health Insurance or Medicare ☐ Notify the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) ☐ Update Joint Financial Accounts ☐ Contact the Financial Aid Office if the Deceased Has a Dependent in College or University

☐ Re-evaluate Current Employee Benefit Plans ☐ Account for Stored Reproductive Material ☐ Update Emergency Contact Information Designations Where Appropriate ☐ Organize and Secure Digital Assets & Subscriptions ☐ Close or Memorialize Social Media Accounts ☐ Manage E-mail Accounts, Including Auto-Reply and Auto-Forward

☐ Investigate and Claim Unclaimed Property ☐ Assess and Manage Real Estate Holdings

☐ Engage Estate Sale & Cleanout Professionals if Necessary ☐ Arrange for Disposal or Donation of Unwanted Items ☐ Determine if Probate or Estate Administration Will Be Necessary ☐ Evaluate Whether a Professional Executor, Fiduciary, or Probate Attorney Is Needed ☐ Determine What Final Tax Returns Are Appropriate ☐ Create an Updated Financial Plan ☐ Order a Grave Marker, Headstone, or Urn ☐ Revisit Your Estate Plan, Including Advance Directives

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