Wills & Estate Planning

Estate planning isn’t something people talk about. That’s why on this page, it’s all we talk about.

Wills & Estate Planning

What a Will Doesn't Cover: Pets, Funeral Arrangements, Digital Assets and More

We'll explain some of the things a will doesn't cover and special situations to be alert for.

By Allison Kade
Wills & Estate Planning

What Is a Last Will and Testament, and Who Needs One?

A last will and testament is one of those things you probably don’t want to think about on a random Sunday at the park, and one you’ll be so glad you did.

By Allison Kade
Wills & Estate Planning

How to Make Your Last Will and Testament Legally Binding in Each State

Each state has its own requirements for what makes a last will and testament legally binding. We'll break it down for you, state by state.

By Allison Kade
Wills & Estate Planning

How Much Do Will Executors Get Paid in Each State?

Executors of a will may be entitled to payment for their work. This state-by-state guide breaks down what you can expect, wherever you are in the United States.

By Jessica Sillers
Wills & Estate Planning

What Is a Trust Fund and How Does It Work?

Trust funds aren’t only for the very wealthy. Here's how they work, how to set one up and why you might want to consider having one.

By Cari Wira Dineen
Wills & Estate Planning

One Action That Makes Life Insurance and Estate Planning so Much Easier

Creating an “in case of death” doc can save loved ones time, frustration and maybe even money. Here’s how to do it right.

By Lynn Shattuck
Wills & Estate Planning

What’s the Difference Between a Godparent and a Legal Guardian?

As you’re thinking about your estate planning, it’s important to understand the distinction between a godparent and a legal guardian.

By Sarah Li Cain
Wills & Estate Planning

Where Should I Keep My Will?

Writing a will is a big step. But if your loved ones don’t know where to find it, how much good will it do? Short answer: Not much.

By Allison Kade
Wills & Estate Planning

5 Reasons Millennials Need to Make a Will

The majority of millennials don’t have wills. Sure, it’s not a pleasant topic to think about. But here are 5 reasons millennials need to do so anyway.

By Ellen Chang
Wills & Estate Planning

Blended Family? Second Marriage? 3 Things You Need to Know About Estate Planning

If you’re in a blended family with stepparents, stepchildren or step-anything-elses, you have unique estate planning needs.

By Sarah Li Cain
Wills & Estate Planning

10 Reasons You (Think You) Don't Need a Will

Here are the top reasons people convince themselves they don’t need a will . . . and what you should really know. Find out now.

By Allison Kade
Wills & Estate Planning

Americans Are Making Wills in Newer Ways Than Ever Before

Millennials are shaking up society in lots of ways. One of the last frontiers? Writing a will. Learn how Americans are making wills online.

By Allison Kade
Wills & Estate Planning

Leaving a Legacy: Passing Down Moral Ethics

You know how a will passes down your material belongings? An ethical will conveys the values you hope to pass down. Here's how to write one!

By Rachael Rifkin

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