Learn why your mind struggles during loss, which decisions truly can’t wait, and how to avoid costly mistakes that lead to regret.
What to Expect
When grief clouds every decision and financial responsibilities feel overwhelming, this compassionate guide offers a lifeline. Learn why your mind struggles during loss, which decisions truly can’t wait, and how to avoid costly mistakes that lead to regret. Through practical strategies, visual planning tools, and real stories of transformation, discover how to organize your financial life, build lasting confidence, and create a secure future, even when clarity feels impossible right now.
Brandon L. Hayes, CFP, leads Compass Financial Group in Evansville, Indiana, specializing in guiding widows through financial transitions. His calling began at thirteen when his father died, watching his mother rebuild with their advisor’s help. Now that same advisor is Brandon’s client - a full-circle testament to his expertise. With twenty-six years’ experience and deep personal understanding, Brandon transforms overwhelming loss into empowered independence, ensuring no widow faces the journey alone.
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Feedback We’ve Received
“This book reads like you’re actually speaking, and it’s beautiful. It feels like a warm hug from a protector.”
— Majorie B.“Great book, I just finished it and it is very informative. I know you are targeting women, but this book is for everyone.”
— Tim K.“It felt as though the author was writing from a woman’s perspective to another woman. You truly understood our emotions in a way that many men often don’t.”
— Ruby S.