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When a family member passes away, the family must first cope with the shock and grief. Many people initially feel overwhelmed by a death in the family, especially when it occurs unexpectedly. While grief leaves little room for relatives to handle the necessary formalities, important decisions often need to be made in this situation. Some of these decisions must be made immediately after the death and in the following days, while other important decisions will arise in the weeks and months to come. This guide aims to support relatives during a difficult time and provide them with advice and assistance in the event of a death. It covers various topics, including the formalities to observe for the burial, the costs associated with the funeral and who is responsible for them, the legal and tax implications of the death, what happens to the deceased's rental agreements and insurance policies, which banking transactions need to be processed, what to consider regarding the deceased's contracts (such as phone contracts and subscriptions) and memberships (like club memberships), how to access the deceased's digital data, and what to know about survivor pensions (widow's/widower's pension, orphan's pension). Primarily, the guide aims to help maintain a clear head and proceed step by step. Checklists and wording aids help ensure that no mistakes are made and that questions related to the death are handled legally and securely.