In today's climate of uncertainty—locally, nationally, and globally—the role of estate planners as risk managers is more ...

With the new administration in office, discussions around potentially eliminating the step-up in basis are gaining momentum.

Q: I have recently updated my estate plan, however, one of my major concerns is my home. Its value far exceeds the small ...

One legal document could save your family thousands of dollars and make sure your wishes are honored. Here’s how to get it ...

Signing well-designed last wills and revocable living trusts is just the beginning of a longer process to create an “ideal ...

A comprehensive estate plan enables the efficient distribution of wealth. By clearly defining how assets will be allocated, individuals can prevent disputes among beneficiaries and ensure their ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Estate planning is key to building generational wealth. But a survey by Caring.com found just around 30% of Black Americans have a will or estate plan. Without one, families may ...

But it’s a big misconception that estate planning is something that only rich people have to do. Even if you’re a person of modest means, it’s important to put some thought into estate ...

Estate planning doesn’t just revolve around signing a will and filing it away anymore. You need to ensure your wishes are carried out without unnecessary stress or confusion for your loved ones.

Remember, as a general concept, estate planning allows an individual to plan not only for what happens to his or her estate upon death, but also ...

In an ideal world, you would draft your will and it would speak for itself. Your heirs would accept your wishes and honor your memory. Morey Stettner is a personal-finance columnist for ...

"If there's even a 1% chance of having your will contested, that can result in a nasty, yearslong conflict involving your children," said James Mulhern, an estate planning attorney at Mulhern ...