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Wills and trusts are foundational estate planning tools. While each is used to distribute your hard-earned assets to your loved ones, they do so in different ways. Each also has its own distinct uses and advantages.

While you may not legally require all new estate planning documents if you move to a different state, you should have your documents reviewed by a local attorney. State laws can affect how wills and trusts work.

Elder law and estate planning serve two different -- but equally vital -- functions. Elder law mainly focuses on preserving assets during your lifetime, while estate planning looks at what happens to assets after death.

Wills contain important information about who receives money, possessions, and property upon a person’s death. Who can view this information, and is it a public record? ...

Trusts are legal arrangements used in estate planning, alongside wills and advance directives.

This book provides a guide to the legal and ethical aspects of caring for a family member with Alzheimer's disease.

After losing a spouse or longtime partner, it's difficult to look past your grief. However, it's crucial to understand the important and timely decisions you must make regarding your finances and personal estate plan.

When creating an estate plan, the main decision is how your assets will be distributed after you pass away. Understanding "per stirpes" and "per capita" distribution is key to that decision. ...

Limited Liability Companies are an important tool for small business owners, but they can also be useful in estate planning. An LLC can help you pass assets to your children while avoiding gift and estate taxes. ...