If you’re like most people, you aren’t eager to spend time thinking about what would happen if you became unable to direct your own medical care because of illness, an accident, or advanced age. However, if you don’t do at least a little bit of planning — writing down your wishes about the kinds of […]
Where to Begin
It is surprising how many important papers and legal documents you can accumulate over a lifetime. Having everything in order will help your survivors make important decisions should anything happen to you. But what information will they need, and what will be expected of them? ... READ the POST
How to Choose the Right Executor
Choosing an executor — the person or institution you put in charge of administering your estate and carrying out your final wishes — is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when preparing a will. Picking the right executor can help ensure the prompt, accurate distribution of your ... READ the POST
What is a Will?
A last will and testament is the most important building block to any estate plan. It should explain and clarify the details of what you want to happen with your property and other issues at the time of your death, but the extent to which it does so depends a great deal on the type of estate ... READ the POST
Where to Store your Stuff
Your will. Your life insurance policy. Your birth certificate. Your third-grade report card. These are the kinds of things you’ll want your kids or other beneficiaries to have access to someday (or that you might need to grab in a pinch), and the kinds of things that would be ... READ the POST
Day 23
Service Providers Welcome to Day 23! Today you will compile details regarding your Current Service Providers. Your Survivors will need this information to manage your bills and expenses or provide ongoing care for you, your home or your other property. Over time, they will need to ... READ the POST
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