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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Texas Estate Planning: Your Complete 2025 Guide
Estate plans include a will, a power of attorney, and advance directives that dictate what happens to your assets and how you’ll be cared for.
· 10 min read
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What Happens to a Bank Account When Someone Dies Without a Beneficiary?
Settling an estate can feel complicated, but it doesn’t have to be. Learn about the most common types of asset distributions and how they might impact you.
· 7 min read
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What Is a Living Trust?
A living trust is a legal arrangement that specifies who manages your assets and who inherits them after you die—all while avoiding probate.
· 10 min read
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What is the Average Cost to Prepare a Living Trust?
The average living trust cost ranges from $400 to $3,000, based on complexity, location, and approach. Learn more about how much it could cost for you.
· 10 min read
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How Trusts Are Taxed: A Guide for 2024 and 2025
Wondering how taxes work in a trust? Here's everything you need to know about trust tax rates and how to file taxes for your trust.
· 6 min read
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How to Put a House in a Trust
Putting your house in a trust can be a beneficial part of your estate plan, but there are a few things to consider.
· 8 min read
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Power of Attorney vs. Advance Directive: Which Is Right for Me?
A power of attorney covers finances and legal matters, while advance directives specify healthcare preferences. For many, it makes sense to have both.
· 6 min read
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How to Get a Durable Power of Attorney in Michigan
A durable power of attorney in Michigan lets you appoint a trustworthy person to oversee your legal and financial affairs if you become incapacitated.
· 7 min read
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Wyoming Last Will and Testament
A last will ensures your property is distributed according to your wishes when you pass away. Find out more about the specific laws that affect last wills in Wyoming, how to get a last will, how to change a last will, and more.
· 3 min read
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Trust vs. Will: Key Differences
Understanding trusts, wills, and how they differ can help you protect your legacy long after you're gone.
· 10 min read
