Estate Planning Information

Estate planning encompasses the growth, conservation, and transfer of an individual’s wealth through the creation and maintenance of an “estate plan.”  The purpose of estate planning is to develop a strategy that will maintain the financial security of individuals through their lifetime and facilitate the intended transfer of their property and assets at death, while taking into consideration the unique circumstances of the family and the potential costs of different methods.

All too often, we hear:

  • "I'm too young to do estate planning."
  • "All my property is titled in joint tenancy with my spouse so I don't need a will."
  • "Estate planning is only for the super-rich."
  • "Estate planning is too complicated and expensive."
  • "Doesn't the government provide for that?"
  • "We did our wills right after we got married 30 years ago and see no need for further planning."

If you seek advice and guidance with regard to your estate planning needs, please view our website and search for a the type of member that meets your needs.  As an alternative, you can search for an Accredited Estate Planner® (AEP®) or Estate Planning Law Specialist (EPLS) designation holder in your area on the National Association of Estate Planners & Councils website.

Featured Articles

LIZ WESTON: Worry about the right thing with estate taxes [Column]

Daily Local News ... LIZ WESTON: Worry about the right thing with estate taxes [Column] ... out to take action,” says certified financial planner Colleen Carcone, a director of wealth planning strategies at TIAA. ... Although most estates don't owe estate taxes, anyone who's inherited a house, stock or other ...

Crowe bill would digitize hearings, signatures for wills

... more aspects of our daily lives have gone digital, but the procedure for estate planning has lagged behind as technology advances,” Crowe said.

To Roth or Not to Roth?

Another benefit would be passing those now Roth IRA assets to your beneficiary's tax-free as well, which could be a great estate planning tool.

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This article brought to you courtesy of Paula Walker, Confluence Law Center, Gresham Outlook Insider Estate Planning Expert.