Estate Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on estate planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Is Your Estate at Risk? The Five Trusts You May Be Missing
You can use these trusts to cement your legacy, organize your estate and limit your exposure to estate and gift taxes.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Five Key Wake-Up Calls for Ambitious Business Owners, From a Biz Specialist
Your personal financial plan needs to include a formal exit strategy for your business, or you could be in trouble.
By Paul Brahim, CFP®, CEPA® Published
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How StoryCorps Works and How You Can Tell Your Story
StoryCorps has recorded conversations between thousands of people, and anyone can participate. National facilitator Alan Jinich explains how to share your story.
By Emma Patch Published
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I'm a Financial Adviser: Three Things You Will Wish You Did Before the Fed Cuts Interest Rates
With potential interest rate cuts on the horizon, you might want to lock in today's higher yields and consider adjusting your asset allocation.
By Evan T. Beach, CFP®, AWMA® Published
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Ask the Editor — Tax Questions on Estate and Gift Taxes
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer questions from readers on estate and gift taxes.
By Joy Taylor Published
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I'm a Financial Planning Pro: Do Your Family a Final Favor and Write Them a Love Letter
Specify your preferences in this personal document that shares your wishes on how you want to be remembered and celebrated. Your family will thank you for easing an emotional time.
By Eric W. Bond Published
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How Will the One Big Beautiful Bill Shape Your Legacy?
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act removes uncertainty over tax brackets and estate tax. Families should take time to review estate plans to take full advantage.
By Bill Ringham Published
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When You Need Capital Quickly, Think 'Ready, Set, Fund': A Financial Adviser's Strategy
Investors must be able to free up cash to meet short-term needs from time to time. This strategy will help you access capital without derailing your long-term goals.
By Julie Virta, CFP®, CFA, CTFA Published
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I'm an Estate Planner: Moving Family Assets to a Safe Haven Abroad Could Be a Huge Headache for Your Heirs
In troubled times like these, wealthy clients may seek financial refuge outside of the U.S. But that could cause more tax and estate problems than it solves.
By Martin Behn, J.D., TEP Published