These will let you have a say in your medical care, as well as what happens with your assets after you die.

This story originally appeared on LearnVest. In this “Ask the Estate Planners” Q&A, we cede the floor to financial pros who can help address what we think is one of the trickiest money topics out ...

Your clients likely are aware of the importance of having comprehensive, up-to-date estate planning documents. What you may not realize, however, is that where the original documents are stored can be ...

Whether you’re 18 years old or 78, estate planning is essential. Now at age 78, estate planning should be a no-brainer, but you would be shocked to know how many folks have neglected to complete these ...

In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to review your fundamental estate planning documents to ensure that they protect you and your family and carry out your wishes. By “fundamental ...

Nearly two-thirds of Americans don’t have a will, according to recent surveys — and most think estate planning is something you do when you’re old. Or wealthy. Or have a beachfront vacation home and a ...

Many lawyers (myself included) will hold your original documents in their firm’s will vault. Years ago, that consisted of an actual vault or bank safe that was locked and fire proof. Nowadays, many ...

Q: In what circumstances should people revise their estate documents, in total or in part? When are codicils sufficient, and what's the protocol for drafting and including them? A: People revise their ...

Your retirement accounts are growing, you have life insurance through work, and maybe you own a home with some equity built ...

Estate plans are an important part of preparing for the future. People protect their families and loved ones by creating wills, trusts, health care directives, etc., but what happens when ...