Last updated: December 2025

Healthcare terms vary by state, but the practical goal is the same: document your wishes and name someone who can speak for you if you can’t. A living will typically focuses on end-of-life preferences, while a medical power o…

Last updated: December 2025

Naming a guardian is less about predicting the future and more about giving your children stability if the unimaginable happens. If parents can’t care for a child, a court may appoint a guardian. Your estate plan can help gui…

Last updated: December 2025

Beneficiary designations are one of the most powerful parts of an estate plan because they often control how certain assets transfer—sometimes outside your will. That can be great when things are updated and consistent, and a…

Last updated: December 2025

When someone dies without a valid will, they die intestate. That means state law—not your personal wishes—decides who inherits your assets and who is appointed to manage the process. Many people assume “my spouse will get eve…

Last updated: December 2025 

When it comes to estate planning for young families, it's crucial to consider the unique needs that arise when children are part of the picture. At the core of such planning is the critical decision of selecting guardians for…

Last updated: December 2025

A will and a trust can both be “right.” The real question is what problem you’re trying to solve. A will is the basic document that says who inherits and who manages your estate after death. A trust is a legal structure that …