Estate Planning (Page 4 of 9)

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.

How to Make a Will Null and Void

Life is always changing, so there may come a time when you need to nullify your will. Here’s everything you need to know.

How to Change the Executor of a Will

Things happen and circumstances can change. Luckily, changing the executor of a will is relatively simple

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How an Incentive Trust Can Influence Your Heirs

If you want to influence your heirs even after you’re gone, an incentive trust is definitely an option to consider, but be careful how you construct it because it can cause unintended, unfair consequences. Here’s how it works, along with some tips to help you create one.