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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What Makes a Will Legal?
State laws vary on the requirements for a valid will, but generally, you should make sure you have a few bases covered.
· 2 min read
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10 Things You Should Know About a Testamentary Trust
A testamentary trust can ensure children or others who need help managing the proceeds of your will are protected.
· 3 min read
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What Happens if You Die Without a Will?
Most people don't want to think about their own death, but if you want a say in what happens to your assets when you die, it's important to take the time to make a will.
· 4 min read
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Guidelines for Using a Pour-Over Will
A pour-over will is an essential backup for your living trust. Discover why you might need this estate planning tool and how it works.
· 3 min read
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How to Draft a Will Without a Lawyer
You can write a perfectly legal will on your own, without a lawyer, in every state. But should you?
· 4 min read
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Pros and Cons of Probate
Most people do not want to deal with probate because of the time and expense it may add to enforcing your last will, but sometimes the probate process can be beneficial.
· 3 min read
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Do You Even Need a Last Will?
A will can give you great peace of mind and make things easier on your loved ones left behind, but do you really need one?
· 3 min read
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Living Trust vs. Will: Which One Should You Choose?
Living trusts and wills are both good options for estate planning. Understanding the differences between them can help you decide which one is right for you.
· 4 min read
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Inheritance Rights: Do Your Closest Relatives Have a Right to Claim Part of Your Estate?
Who inherits your estate depends not only on what you bequeath in your will, but state law can override some provisions in your will. Find out what your rights are and how to protect your estate.
· 4 min read
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The Probate Process: Four Simple Steps
Knowing what probate actually involves will help ease your fears about the process, one that isn't always as complex as you might think.
· 3 min read
