Life Choices
WHEN YOUR LOVED ONE DIES
Life Choices: Page 27 of 36
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Financial matters: Bills payable
Bills payable
The bills of the person who died still will need to be paid. If it will be difficult to make payments, contact the creditors. Most businesses will work with you.
- Pay utility bills to ensure continued service.
- Before paying medical bills, find out whether Medicare, Medicaid or private insurance will cover the bills.
- Continue paying on debts such as mortgages, cars or credit cards.
If the deceased had a bank account without a co-signer, money may not be accessible. Family and friends might need to cover the bills. The estate usually will reimburse these costs. If the deceased had a joint bank account, the co-signer normally will have access to the funds.
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