The importance of beneficiary designations

The importance of beneficiary designations

Too often, people believe their wills will solely determine who receives their assets. While this is true for “probate assets,” which are assets that are usually owned solely in a person’s name, it is not the case for multiple non-probate assets, which are assets that...
Estate Planning Primer Part 1:  Have a plan

Estate Planning Primer Part 1: Have a plan

Whether you realize it or not, you need an estate plan. There is a perception that estate planning is for older folks with substantial assets and family members they want to leave their estate to. But, financial experts agree, that is just not the case. Estate...