Estate Planning

Plan for your future today. Learn the specific estate planning documents you need to protect yourself and your loved ones.

5 steps to protect family heirlooms
Use these tips to avoid disputes over cherished family items.
December 11, 2023 · 2 min read
Top five mistakes to avoid writing a living trust
A living trust can be an important part of your estate plan, but watch out for errors that could hamper your estate planning objectives or invalidate the trust.
December 11, 2023 · 4 min read
Estate plan strategies for small business owners
What happens to your business after your death depends a lot on decisions you make now.
October 25, 2023 · 4 min read
Top 5 benefits of a living trust
The 'living trust' has become an increasingly popular estate planning tool because of the many benefits it offers.
October 16, 2023 · 5 min read
Revocable living trusts: Everything you need to know
By providing flexibility and privacy, revocable living trusts can be a valuable part of your estate plan.
October 11, 2023 · 4 min read
Rights and responsibilities of a remainderman
Do you stand to inherit property or plan to reserve a life estate in property? Read up on the basics of the rights and duties of a remainderman.
September 28, 2023 · 3 min read
What you can learn about estate planning from Aretha Franklin
What's one thing you can do to reduce the odds of family squabbles after your death? Have an estate plan prepared to make clear your wishes regarding how your assets should be divided. If you skip this step, the state will decide for you.
September 18, 2023 · 4 min read
10 Questions to Ask an Attorney About Living Trusts
Find out what to ask your attorney about living trusts so you get the most out of this powerful document.
September 13, 2023 · 4 min read
Five common mistakes made in wills
You know having a last will is important—it protects your family and provides for your final wishes. Now that you're finally sitting down to write that will, be on the lookout for these common but easy-to-avoid mistakes.
September 12, 2023 · 3 min read
Contingent beneficiary vs. primary beneficiary
One of the best ways to make sure your assets are handled according to your wishes is to designate both primary and contingent beneficiaries. Learn the difference between the two so you can make an informed decision.
September 12, 2023 · 4 min read

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