CAN I AFFORD TO DIE?
When you look at the shockingly high cost of health care, it’s easy to feel as though we’re all already bankrupt. And even if you’re not actively treating an illness, there are plenty of other ways to drain your bank account, including having to pony up for assisted living or home help. But there’s hope: having read this chapter, you’re already well ahead of the game. If you’re saving for retirement, it’s time to add end-of-life costs to that list.