TriX wrote:
I have all regular bills like utilities and insurance drafted. I use one 2% back card for everything else and pay it once a month - that’s the only bill that my widow will need to worry about paying manually. I also have a detailed 3 page letter and a couple of videos discussing all details (acct numbers, PWs, home maintenance, life insurance, etc). It’s really important to leave a list of assets and liabilities for your executor. Learned this after settling 5 estates for family members.
If I paid once a month, I'd miss the day and pay interest. I wait for the charge to go from "Pending" to "Posted," and then I pay it. By paying more frequently, the amount is smaller. : )
I had a note on my calendar to cancel a newspaper subscription. Unfortunately, the charge came through a few days early. I was able to go online and cancel and get a refund.