Estate Planning
News, insights and expert analysis on estate planning from the team at Kiplinger.
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Lessons From Dorinda Medley's Sudden Financial ResponsibilityWhen "The Real Housewives of New York" star's husband passed away, Medley found herself in charge of overwhelming financial details. How can you avoid that?
By Heather Zack, JD, LLM, MSFP, CAP®
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10 Things to Know About Estate PlanningEstate planning is all about taking charge of your legacy.
By David Rodeck
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The Basics of Estate PlanningIf you have a will or trust, congratulations. But you’re not done with estate planning.
By Sandra Block
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10 Ways to Strengthen Your Retirement Plan TodayTaking action in areas like tax efficiency and estate organization can help you secure your future while also allowing you the freedom to enjoy your savings.
By Joe F. Schmitz Jr., CFP®, ChFC®, CKA®
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Estate Planning for Singles: 10 Things to KnowHere's how to navigate estate planning as a single person.
By David Rodeck
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Estate Tax vs Inheritance Tax: Who Actually Pays the Bill?Tax Planning Estate tax and inheritance tax are both often referred to as "death taxes," but they aren’t the same when it comes down to who pays.
By Chrissy Paradis
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4 Essential Qualities to Consider When Choosing an ExecutorChoosing an executor requires evaluating a candidate's financial judgment, objectivity and capacity for the long-term commitment necessary to manage an estate.
By Leslie Gillin Bohner
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How to Pass Down Wealth Without Destroying AmbitionParents planning to leave money to their children fear one thing: Will wealth make their character or break it? There are some practical ways to find out.
By Mallon FitzPatrick, CFP®, AEP®, CLU®
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5 Key Components of an Estate Plan — and 7 Others to ConsiderWhatever your circumstances, you can take these steps to build an estate plan that benefits both you and your loved ones.
By David Rodeck
