If you want to help your kids bypass probate when you die, here are 5 assets to avoid putting in a living trust

If you want an extra layer of security and peace of mind, you can create a revocable living trust. A trust would have helped ...
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Estate Planning Explained: Wills, Trusts & How To Protect Your Family’s Future

Think estate planning is only for the wealthy? Think again. In this episode of the HerMoney Podcast, Jean Chatzky sits down ...

Shoo off terrifying probate goblins and estate planning nightmares with these tips

Estate planning may not be as fun as carving pumpkins or picking out costumes, but it's one of the kindest gifts you can leave your loved ones.
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Choose a Beneficiary for Your Estate Plan: It's Not 'Duck, Duck, Goose'

When it comes to estate planning, a will or a trust often receives the most attention. However, the simple act of naming a beneficiary to inherit assets in your 401(k), IRA, or savings account, or the ...