Estate planning isn’t a one-time event — it’s a moving target. With gift and estate tax laws in flux and even “permanent” reforms often lasting no more than a decade or an administration, families are ...

You’ve likely heard that there are only two certainties in life. One is taxes. You know the other. Still, many are ignoring their own mortality — at least when it comes to estate planning. Fewer than ...

What Is An Estate Plan? An estate plan outlines how your assets will be managed or distributed in case of your death or incapacity. It includes legal instructions on what you want done to your assets ...

If you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you’re not done with estate planning.

These attorneys have seen it all, and they want you to avoid these costly legal and financial problems for your family's sake ...

This article is based on general legal principles concerning this topic, and is not based on any specific jurisdiction’s laws and regulations or any financial advisor’s specific facts. Each financial ...

Research shows that many people procrastinate when it comes to establishing a last will and testament. Even if you don't have millions, you still need a thorough estate plan, said Beth Pinsker, a ...