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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Joint Last Wills and Testaments
Planning your estate as a couple? A joint last will ensures your shared assets go exactly where you want, even after the death of the first spouse. Understand how they are different from mutual and mirror wills and why blended families love them.
· 6 min read
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What Does a Living Trust Do?
A living trust can help you avoid the hassles and delays of probate and has other benefits as well.
· 7 min read
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5 Common Mistakes Made in Wills
Drafting a will can be intimidating. It’s important to watch out for a few common pitfalls when creating your own.
· 9 min read
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10 Biggest Living Trust Mistakes to Avoid
You can make several mistakes with a living trust, but one arguably towers above the rest: waiting too long to create yours. Here’s how to avoid 10 others.
· 12 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?
· 8 min read
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How Long Is a Will Good For?
A will lasts until after the person who created the will dies and their estate has been closed. However, a will can be invalidated.
· 10 min read
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Do I Need an Attorney for My Living Trust?
Determining if you need an attorney to create a trust is the first question to ask yourself in this process.
· 12 min read
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When to Change Your Living Trust
Whenever there is a significant change that affects your life or property, it's time to review your estate plan to determine if you need to change your living trust.
· 8 min read
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What Is a Living Will?
A living will details your medical treatment wishes if you’re incapacitated. Learn the benefits and why you should encourage loved ones to create one.
· 13 min read
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Contingent Beneficiaries in a Living Trust
You've designated a primary beneficiary for your living trust. But have you considered choosing a contingent beneficiary as well? Learn the benefits of having a contingent beneficiary for your living trust.
· 7 min read