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WILLS & ESTATE PLANNING
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The Simple Will: No Frills, No Fuss, No Anxiety

We've all been told that if we do nothing else to take care of our legal affairs, we should write a will. That's pretty good advice. If you don't make a will before your death, state law will determine who gets your property (and it may well not be whom you would have chosen) and a judge may decide who will raise your children. In your will, you can make these decisions yourself. Forget the fancy trusts you've heard about: most people can get by with only a basic will.

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Living Trust FAQ
An introduction to living trusts -- a popular way to avoid probate.

Wills FAQ
What you need to know about wills -- the most basic estate planning document.

Executor FAQ
Get the answers you need if someone's will names you as the executor of their estate.

Estate Planning for Everyone

  1. Make a will.
  2. Consider a trust.
  3. Make health care directives.
  4. Make a financial power of attorney.
  5. Protect your children's property.
  6. File beneficiary forms.
  7. Consider life insurance.
  8. Understand estate taxes.
  9. Cover funeral expenses.
  10. Make final arrangements.
  11. Protect your business.
  12. Store your documents.

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