When your spouse passes away, the decision to sell the family home is a hard one. Should I stay? Is selling a financially wise move? In this episode, Richard and Palma sit down with Irene Kaushansky, owner/broker of KB Real Estate Team, a Keller Williams Portfolio Realty Brokerage to talk about the difficult decision widows … Continue reading Navigating the Real Estate Market with Irene Kaushansky (Ep. 8) →
Mar 28, 2023
36 min
Would you believe me if I told you that there’s a way to invest tax-free? Sounds too good to be true? In this episode, Richard and Palma cover the ins and outs of Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs). They explain how you can obtain one, what the contribution limits are, as well as the types of … Continue reading Your Guide to Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) (Ep. 7) →
Mar 10, 2023
25 min
In life there are many certainties, like death and taxes. But, what about RRSPs? Losing a spouse significantly changes your life, including your retirement plans. This is why it is crucial that you consider four key factors to help you prepare for a change in your retirement plans should you or your spouse enter the … Continue reading My Widowed RRSP (Ep. 6) →
Feb 23, 2023
27 min
It can be terribly tough to get through a day centred around love when you no longer have your spouse by your side. What can you do to avoid feelings of overwhelming grief, sadness, and even guilt on a day like Valentine’s Day? In this episode, Richard and Palma share how they approached February 14th … Continue reading My Widow Valentine (Ep. 5) →
Feb 9, 2023
34 min
Grieving is the natural response to a loved one’s death. This process involves several stages that we must be aware of. And no one should question how you handle each stage. How you deal with loss is a personal experience. In this episode, Richard Dri and Palma Polesel explain the five stages of the grieving … Continue reading The Stages of Grief (Ep. 4) →
Jan 31, 2023
30 min
Do you have a will? Have you been made the executor of a will? There are so many questions when it comes to inheriting assets from someone who has died, therefore it’s crucial to be knowledgeable, and organized in order to prevent unnecessary stress. In this episode, Richard Dri and Palma Polesel explain some of … Continue reading The Steps To Take Within 3-6 Months After the Death of a Spouse or Partner. (Ep. 3) →
Jan 10, 2023
30 min
Your spouse has died. Now what do you do? The steps to take after you lose a loved one can be complex, and stressful. To help you with the emotional, and legal processes, you need to be organized. For many, it is hard to focus on tasks because you are in the midst of grief … Continue reading The Steps To Take Immediately After the Death of a Spouse or Partner (Ep. 2) →
Jan 10, 2023
28 min
Welcome to the first episode of the My Widowed Money podcast! In this inaugural episode, you’ll get to know Richard Dri and his co-host Palma Polesel, and how they became members of the widowed community. They share the experiences that came with loss of a spouse, and explain how this podcast aims to provide financial … Continue reading Get To Know Richard Dri & Palma Polesel (Ep. 1) →
Jan 10, 2023
24 min