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IS AN ESTATE PLAN FOR ME?
Every year, millions of Americans die without having written a will or formed an estate plan. Many are intimidated by the jargon and complex language surrounding estates. Others simply don't anticipate that they'll need an estate plan anytime soon, or understandably prefer not to think about their own death. However, planning for your estate is vitally important for several reasons, and it's easier than you think.
Children
It's not just about money. If you have children, developing an estate plan will allow you to decide who will care for your children in the event that you are no longer around. Without a proper plan in place, these important decisions will be determined by difficult and often contentious court proceedings. A properly executed will or trust can help insure that your children are cared for in exactly the manner you desire, without any courtroom drama. In addition, an estate plan is the optimal way to guarantee your child's future is provided for financially.
End-of-Life Issues
Why leave the most important decisions up to chance? A proper estate plan also includes documents such as a Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney. These documents allow you to specify your own preferences regarding medical treatment, and allow you to appoint someone to manage your affairs in the event that you are no longer able to do so.
Peace of Mind
Speaking with a qualified attorney and forming an estate plan is really a way to provide for your own peace of mind. There's no reason to live with the uncertainty about whether your loved ones will be provided for when you're no longer present. A thoughtfully designed estate plan will help maximize the benefit to those you care about most, and help to distribute your possessions according to your wishes. An estate plan also helps to reduce petty conflicts and fighting that often result when wishes are left unwritten. Contact our office today and we'll be happy to discuss the options that make sense for you.
Children
It's not just about money. If you have children, developing an estate plan will allow you to decide who will care for your children in the event that you are no longer around. Without a proper plan in place, these important decisions will be determined by difficult and often contentious court proceedings. A properly executed will or trust can help insure that your children are cared for in exactly the manner you desire, without any courtroom drama. In addition, an estate plan is the optimal way to guarantee your child's future is provided for financially.
End-of-Life Issues
Why leave the most important decisions up to chance? A proper estate plan also includes documents such as a Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney. These documents allow you to specify your own preferences regarding medical treatment, and allow you to appoint someone to manage your affairs in the event that you are no longer able to do so.
Peace of Mind
Speaking with a qualified attorney and forming an estate plan is really a way to provide for your own peace of mind. There's no reason to live with the uncertainty about whether your loved ones will be provided for when you're no longer present. A thoughtfully designed estate plan will help maximize the benefit to those you care about most, and help to distribute your possessions according to your wishes. An estate plan also helps to reduce petty conflicts and fighting that often result when wishes are left unwritten. Contact our office today and we'll be happy to discuss the options that make sense for you.
