Estate Planning
Plan for your future today. Learn the specific estate planning documents you need to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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Estate Planning for the Modern Family
Today's families come in many forms. Stepping back to consider who you want protected should tragedy occur can be tough. Whether you have a life partner, lifelong friend, or you're part of a husband-and-wife team with or without kids, a parent or grandparent to biological kids, adopted children, or stepkids, the family tree can have many branches. It's important to act now to help everyone you care about—including your pets.
· 2 min read
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Estate Planning for the Modern Blended Family
In the TV series “Modern Family," dad Jay Pritchett has two grown children and four grandchildren. He also has a second wife, Gloria, who's close to the same age as his kids. He and Gloria have a son of their own, and Jay is also raising a stepson from Gloria's previous marriage.
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How Much Does Estate Planning Cost? 2025 Guide
Estate planning costs vary based on your location, estate complexity, and specific needs. Learn more about what to expect for various estate plans.
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Estate Planning: An Overview
A basic estate plan protects you and your family, and it's not as complicated as you might think.
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Estate Planning: A Holiday Checklist
As your family grows and changes, your estate plan should, too. Family holiday gatherings are a great time to ask these five important questions to guide your estate planning—or at least to get the conversation started.
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Do I Need to Update My Estate Planning Documents if I Move to a New State?
If you are moving to a new state, you surely have many thoughts and concerns on your mind, but don't let your estate planning documents fall through the cracks.
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Do I Need a Will if I Have Other Types of Asset Protection?
There are a variety of ways you can organize your property to transfer to the people you choose after your death. If you have a trust or other methods in place, you may wonder if you really still need a will. Read on to find out.
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Do I Need a Living Will?
A living will is an important document every adult should complete with thoughtfulness and care. Doing so protects not only you but your family as well.
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How to Create a Living Trust in Michigan
Creating a living trust involves identifying assets, picking a trustee, and writing a trust document.
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Coronavirus Presents an Opportunity to Protect Your Family and the Ones You Love
As the world battles the coronavirus pandemic, it's easy to feel anxious and uncertain. Estate planning is one way to take control and make plans that will protect you and your family. Find out how an estate plan can help you get through this crisis.
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