For some people, estate planning is synonymous with drafting a will. Their main concern is setting aside property for beneficiaries and determining what happens with their resources when they die. Others may recognize the importance of planning for changes in their...
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Potential benefits of a POD account
A payable-on-death account, or a POD account, is a financial account that has a beneficiary. As such, it is often used as part of the estate planning process. If you are working on drafting your estate plan, you can choose a beneficiary for this account and add them...
4 trusts to consider adding to your estate plan
Trusts are one of the must-haves of a well-crafted estate plan. Revocable living trusts are particularly recommended thanks to their flexibility and ability to bypass probate. However, revocable trusts are just one of the many trusts you can add to your estate plan....
Potential consequences of waiting to make a will or trust
Unfortunately, estate planning often falls low on the priority list for many people. This is especially true for individuals who feel like they’re still young, healthy and far removed from the end of life. Unfortunately, delaying the creation of a will or trust can...
What many testators overlook when updating their estate plans
An estate plan may consist of numerous documents ranging from wills to powers of attorney. Those documents may name beneficiaries who can receive the testator's assets, a personal representative to administer their estate and people they trust to care for them in the...
How Medicaid calculates penalties for asset transfers
Many older adults eventually turn to Medicare for crucial coverage as they age. Older adults who need to have nursing support in their homes or to move into nursing home facilities typically pay thousands of dollars per month for the assistance they require. Medicare...
Family members may fight over a residuary estate without a plan
Adults establishing or reviewing an estate plan often focus on a few key details. Ensuring that they have made arrangements for their most valuable assets is often a priority. People worry about retirement savings accounts, real property, vehicles and businesses....
How can my estate plan support my grandchildren’s education?
As a grandparent, you likely dream of helping your grandchildren achieve their educational goals. A robust education can open doors to countless opportunities and foster personal growth. But with the skyrocketing costs of higher education, many families struggle to...
What is an executor of the estate?
What happens to your assets after you pass away? With the use of a will, you can decide. You could choose family members or friends to inherit your estate after you pass away. How will you know that your estate is administered according to your last wishes? This...
Does your estate plan need more than a will?
One of the most important documents necessary for estate planning is a will. A will can outline your last wishes, including how you wish for your estate to be managed after you pass away. Your will can also name beneficiaries who may potentially gain from your estate....

