Importance of Estate Planning: Why You Need an Estate Plan
We hear over and over about the importance of estate planning. Examples of poor estate planning abound. Tales of celebrities who died without a will populate our media. Yet almost two-thirds of all Americans lack a valid estate plan. The majority of people in this country die without a will or trust. So why […]
When Was The Last Time You Thought About Your Will?
For many folks—more than 68 percent of Americans, actually—the answer to that question is “never.” But why? A will is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever sign. It protects your loved ones, and ensures your hard-earned assets are used in the way you intended, rather than drained away by legal costs and excessive taxation.
Getting It All Together: Making Your Will
Making a will is a lot easier than you probably think. But like anything, you have to start with the basics. These are the documents you need to get started creating your will; the things you absolutely must account for; and a few things you’ll want to consider. To show you how easy it is, […]
Don’t Write Your Will
The Government Will Take Care of it For You Did you know there’s a simple way that you can make the government your very best friend? It’s so easy, you won’t even have to lift a finger! Here’s how: Simply skip making an estate plan or writing a will. That’s right. Don’t write your will. […]
Don’t Worry, You Don’t Need a Will.
Sadly, there are far too many people, of all ages and from all walks of life, who haven’t made an estate plan yet. Some think youth will protect them from the need for a will. Others think estate plans are only for the rich and famous. Many just don’t think about it at all. But the truth is, estate planning is critical for all of us — for our families and loved ones, for the charities we support, and for our own peace of mind.
