Estate Planning Basics

From minimizing estate taxes to taking control of your future healthcare and asset distribution, learn from estate planning professionals in our Estate Planning Basics section.

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There is a Secret to Success: Learn from Three Legends
Apr 2010

Wish you could go back and do things differently? Maybe you can. Find inspiration in these stories of business greats to other icons who didn't let a few missteps stand in the way of success. more...

Estate Planning 101: Lessons Learned from Celebrity Mistakes
Apr 2010

The recent deaths of famous celebrities has put the spotlight on estate planning and common mistakes. Learn tips for making sure your Will, Trusts and Living Will is in order. more...

The Death of the Federal Estate Tax
Mar 2010

Though it may seem a bit dramatic, the Federal Estate Tax—all 55% of it—is dead, at least for 2010. Learn how this can impact you and your Will or Living Trust. more...

New Year, New Will
Jan 2010

One of the least discussed, but most important part of everyone's life is the creation and maintenance of a Final Will. In the New Year, people prefer to focus on the opportunities ahead. What they may not think about is how a will is the opportunity to ensure their final arrangements will be made according to their wishes. The New Year is an excellent time to examine that most vital of final documents for any necessary updates.

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