Estate Planning

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

How to Make a Do-It-Yourself Living Trust
A living trust is an easy way to plan for the management and distribution of your assets, and you may not need an attorney to create one.
September 24, 2024 · 10 min read
What Is a Child Entitled to When a Parent Dies Without a Will?
When a parent dies without a will, state laws determine how their assets will be distributed. Find out what children can expect to inherit and how state laws impact their rights.
September 24, 2024 · 8 min read
How to Create a Will: Your Estate Planning Guide
With the right preparation, you can learn how to create a will that covers your unique needs. This guide lists the basics on how to make and change a will.
September 23, 2024 · 15 min read
Power of Attorney California: Requirements, Types, and Uses
Learn the types of powers of attorney in California, state-specific requirements, and how to get one.
September 23, 2024 · 12 min read
Estate planning when you have property in different states
Passing down property owned in multiple states can prove challenging, but some solutions may avoid probate court.
September 17, 2024 · 3 min read
Trust vs. Will: Key Differences
Understanding trusts, wills, and how they differ can help you protect your legacy long after you're gone.
September 17, 2024 · 11 min read
How to file a small estate affidavit in Texas
Because probate proceedings can be expensive and time-consuming, Texas has provided a small estate affidavit procedure for decedents with small estates. Find out who qualifies and how to file this affidavit.
September 17, 2024 · 3 min read
4 essential estate planning documents
Estate planning is about more than writing a will
September 17, 2024 · 3 min read
Estate Planning Checklist: How to Start Getting Your Affairs in Order
This estate planning checklist will help you understand and keep track of the important documents and decisions you'll need to consider to plan for the future.
September 17, 2024 · 7 min read
A smart way to avoid probate: The living trust
Assets in a living trust are not considered part of your estate at your death, meaning they can often be distributed without the complications and hassle of going through the probate process.
September 17, 2024 · 5 min read

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