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Wills & Estate Planning
A Pet Trust? Your Will? How to Care for Your Pet After You’re Gone
We may view our pets like family, but legally we can’t leave money directly to them. Here’s how to take care of Fido after you’re gone.
By Wendy Berkowitz
Wills & Estate Planning
What Is a Self-Proving Affidavit? (Does a Will Need to Be Notarized?)
Once you’ve written your will, you’re good to go, right? Not so fast. What’s the deal with getting your will notarized?
By Jessica Sillers
Saving/Investing for Kids
What Parents Should Know About Custodial Roth IRAs
If your kids earn income, a custodial Roth IRA can offer tax-advantaged growth to help prepare for their future. Here are details you should know.
By Jessica Sillers
Wills & Estate Planning
Do I Need a Lawyer to Make My Will?
Digital access to resources and online tools mean it’s easier than ever to write your own will online. But should you?
By Jacqui Kenyon
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Wills & Estate Planning
A Pet Trust? Your Will? How to Care for Your Pet After You’re Gone
We may view our pets like family, but legally we can’t leave money directly to them. Here’s how to take care of Fido after you’re gone.
By Wendy Berkowitz
Life insurance
11 Different Types of Life Insurance — What You Should Know
Life insurance is important, but there are a lot of varieties to choose from. Here’s Fabric’s ultimate guide to the many choices.
By Jessica Sillers
Life insurance
Here’s How Quitting Smoking Can Affect Your Life Insurance
Smoking is a relevant factor when underwriters figure out whether they can offer you a policy and at what price. Here’s what it means if you quit.
By Jacqui Kenyon
Life insurance
How Prescription Review Works in a Life Insurance Application
Life insurance underwriting often includes a prescription review. Here’s how medications may (or may not) affect your rates.
By Jessica Sillers
Wills & Estate Planning
What Is a Payable on Death Account (Do I Need a Will if I Have One)?
POD accounts and wills each have their advantages in estate planning. Here’s why you likely need both to make your final arrangements go smoothly.
By Jessica Sillers
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