Wills
The foundation of any estate plan, a last will and testament is the traditional means of directing who will receive property when a person dies.
Last Will and Testament
Even if you have your most important assets in a living trust, co-owned with their intended beneficiary, or designated to pay on death to another person, a will is still needed to choose your personal representative, name guardians for any minor children, and act as a safety net if any unexpected assets become part of your estate after death.
Living Wills
Not to be confused with a last will and testament, a living will is necessary to give directions for your medical care or end-of-life preferences in case you are incapacitated and unable to give instructions yourself. Without a living will, family may disagree about what your wishes would be, or be left with the difficult duty of choosing for you. An advance directive in a living will can save loved ones from having to make that choice — particularly if you would prefer to pass away naturally if your capacity and quality of life are permanently lost.
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Wills
Living Wills
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