Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. About 70% of U.S. adults don’t have a will or trust, according to ...

We constantly hear from advisors that we should plan our affairs in such a way as to avoid probate. What does the phrase mean and what property is subject to the probate process? What planning is ...

A living trust can be a powerful tool for avoiding probate, but not all assets should be placed into it. To ensure your estate planning is as smooth and efficient as possible, you’ll want to avoid ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. What is probate? Is there a way to avoid it? Do you need a will? Why is having a power of attorney more important than a will? On ...

One of the biggest mistakes people make with estate planning is to assume that estate planning means getting a document. Whether it is a will, a revocable trust, living trust, or any other document, a ...

Avoiding probate can save your beneficiaries time, reduce costs and protect their privacy while your estate is being settled. You can keep your Connecticut estate out of the probate court system by ...