Estate Planning (Page 3 of 7)

The Ultimate Estate Planning Checklist & Guide

Planning for the future is important at any age. But, for seniors, retirees, and family caregivers, a well-thought estate plan is essential.

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Everything You Need to Know About Donating Your Body to Science

If you’re looking to help advance medical research, and in the process, eliminate your funeral and burial costs, donating your body to science is a great option to consider.

5 Ways to Avoid Probate

The probate process usually costs THOUSANDS! Here are a few ways your estate can avoid it.

A Checklist of What to Do When a Loved One Dies

The death of a loved one can bring about a host of different tasks and responsibilities. Here are some things you can do now (and later) that can help keep a sad event from becoming even more difficult.

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How to Write an Obituary

Here are some tips and tools to help you write your loved one’s obituary.

How to Get Your Affairs in Order

Organizing your important papers and getting your personal and financial affairs in order is a smart idea and a wonderful gift to your loved ones. Here are some tips to get you started.

What to Do with Cremated Ashes

There’s no shortage of options when it comes to handling or disposing of your cremated remains after you’re gone. Your family can keep, bury or scatter them in a variety of imaginative ways that reflect your life and personality. Here are some different options to consider.

The Coming Retirement Squeeze: Why the Mid-2020s Will Be a Tough Time for Many Retirees

The population is aging, and that’s a problem. The Baby Boomers have triggered massive changes in institutions and the economy as well as significant disruptions in society throughout their lives. Now, most of that generation is in or nearing their retirement years.

3 Legal Documents That No Aging American Should Be Without

Adult children of elderly parents need to be sure that their parents have these three legal documents in place.

power of attorney, medical power of attorney, and living will legal documents

How to Track Down an Unclaimed Life Insurance Policy

Lost or forgotten life insurance policies are very common. While there isn’t a national databse for tracking down these policies, there are resources that can help your search!