Estate Planning Basics
Learn the essentials around planning and protecting the future for your family and loved ones.
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Appointing a Legal Guardian
Learn why you should appoint a legal guardian for your children, the rights and responsibilities of the legal guardian, and the steps that you need to take to appoint someone.
· 7 min read
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What Happens to a Bank Account When Someone Dies? What If There Is No 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.
· 6 min read
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What Is an Executor of Estate? A Legal Guide
An executor of estate is legally responsible for managing the estate's assets and financial matters as per the deceased person's wishes.
· 9 min read
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When Is an Estate Planning Attorney Crucial to Your Estate Plan?
An estate planning attorney helps protect your beneficiaries from dealing with the probate court and ensures your wishes are followed after you're gone.
· 7 min read
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Understanding a Healthcare Proxy
An essential element of your estate plan, a healthcare proxy takes effect when you're temporarily incapacitated—but requirements vary by state.
· 5 min read
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Run Your Home Like a Business: Your Estate Planning Checklist
An estate plan allows you to express what you want to happen should you become incapacitated, as well as make sure your possessions end up in the right hands after your death.
· 4 min read
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How to Get a Death Certificate
You may need a copy of your loved one's death certificate as you begin to wrap up their affairs. Here's what you need to know to take the necessary steps to finish handling your loved one's estate.
· 7 min read
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Estate Planning Do's and Don'ts
Getting your affairs in order for after you're gone doesn't have to be complicated.
· 4 min read
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Estate Planning Checklist: How to Start Getting Your Affairs in Order
This estate planning checklist will help you understand and keep track of the important documents and decisions you'll need to consider to plan for the future.
· 8 min read
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Estate Planning: 11 Things to Do Before You Die
With a bit of preparation, you can put your mind at ease now and save your loved ones trouble later. Learn 11 things to do before you die to help prepare your estate.
· 11 min read
