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There are several reasons why people delay estate planning. Some may be single, young, childless, don’t think they own enough assets, or believe they don’t have the time to go through the process. While these reasons may sound legitimate, they are precisely the reasons why one should make time to set up an estate plan. Luckily, our estate planning team can help you through the planning process, making it a breeze for you to tick off this vital task from your “ways to look out for my future self” list.
This work might seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! You can start with a complimentary consultation from an estate planning attorney.
What is Estate Planning?
Find out some of the basics of estate planning and why it should be a priority for you and your loved ones.
Estate planning involves arranging your assets to ensure they are distributed according to your wishes after your death or incapacity. Without a plan, your family may face unexpected challenges. It’s essential to have an estate plan to take care of your loved ones.
How an estate plan provides protection:
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A beneficiary is someone who receives assets from you, such as an individual, a non-profit organization, or another entity. Estate planning is a process that enables you to specify how you want your assets to be divided and who you want to inherit them after you pass away. If you do not have a proper estate plan in place, your assets may be distributed according to state law, which may not reflect your wishes.
An estate plan can safeguard your beneficiaries’ inheritance from creditors, lawsuits, or divorces, ensuring that your assets are utilized for their intended purposes.
Probate is the legal process of distributing a deceased person’s assets. It can be time-consuming, expensive, and public. Estate planning can help avoid probate and allow for more efficient asset distribution.
Estate planning can help minimize estate and beneficiary taxes. Proper planning enables tax-efficient asset transfers.
A complete estate plan will identify the individuals who will have legal authority to make your medical and financial decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. This avoids what we call a “living probate”; that is, probate proceedings such as a conservatorship or guardianship that occur during your lifetime.
Our estate attorneys tailor customized estate planning solutions that fit your specific objectives and circumstances. Take the next step to securing your future by completing the short form on this page to connect with an estate planning attorney.
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