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Wills and trusts are foundational estate planning tools. While each is used to distribute your hard-earned assets to your loved ones, they do so in different ways. Each also has its own distinct uses and advantages.

While you may not legally require all new estate planning documents if you move to a different state, you should have your documents reviewed by a local attorney. State laws can affect how wills and trusts work.

What is an elder law attorney, and what do they do?...

Elder law and estate planning serve two different -- but equally vital -- functions. Elder law mainly focuses on preserving assets during your lifetime, while estate planning looks at what happens to assets after death.

Wills contain important information about who receives money, possessions, and property upon a person’s death. Who can view this information, and is it a public record? ...

Trusts are legal arrangements used in estate planning, alongside wills and advance directives.

This book provides a guide to the legal and ethical aspects of caring for a family member with Alzheimer's disease.

After losing a spouse or longtime partner, it's difficult to look past your grief. However, it's crucial to understand the important and timely decisions you must make regarding your finances and personal estate plan.

A transfer-on-death (TOD) account may be a simple and straightforward way for you to pass your wealth or property on to your loved ones after your death.