Suggestions in the simply-worded, two-page publication, "Estate Planning for Families with Minor Children," (FS 313) include gathering the following information before you contact an attorney to ...

The estate planning landscape has seen significant transformation over the past few years, as legislators respond to the ever-changing challenges and needs of Americans. One important change ...

2. Enable Better Planning For Loved Ones Open discussions about your estate can also help your family plan more effectively for their financial futures.

While the pandemic has spurred increased interest in estate planning, according to a 2021 Gallup poll, fewer than 46% of U.S. adults have a will, which governs the disposition of your financial ...

Estate planning isn't just for the wealthy — here's why everyone should do it Advanced planning can protect your legacy and make an emotional time easier for your loved ones. Updated Mon, Apr 28 ...

As the sun sets on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) at the end of 2025, the landscape of estate planning will undergo a significant shift. The current estate tax exclusion amount, which allows ...

Money Estate planning 101: Your guide to wills, trusts and all your end-of-life documents It's never too early to start working on how your things will be handled once you pass away.

Estate planning for millionaires is crucial, as wealthy families have more to protect and pass on to the next generation. Larger estates tend to be more complicated, with multiple homes, business ...

Michael T. Clear and Erin D. Nicholls of Wiggin and Dana LLP discuss estate planning among company founders and entrepreneurs, focusing on core planning, business continuity and liquidity, and ...

In my 21 years as a financial planner, it’s surprised me how many people are often confused about estate planning, even the most financially savvy. Below I’ve compiled some of the more common ...

According to Trust & Will's 2025 Estate Planning Report, only 31% of Americans have a will and just 11% have established a trust, leaving 55% of Americans with no estate plan at all.

Estate attorney Eraka L. Childs has made it her mission to dispel fears that hinder Black families from planning for their assets, emphasizing the need for everyone over 18 to create a plan and ...