Includes index. "This book covers only United States law, unless it specifically state otherwise." -- Verso.
Contents:
A first look at estate planning -- Your beneficiaries -- Children -- Planning for incapacity: medical care and finances -- Wills -- Living trusts -- Other ways to avoid probate -- Retirement plans as estate planning devices -- Estate tax -- Reducing federal estate taxes -- Property control trusts -- Lawyers -- Finalizing your estate plan.
Summary:
Covers the basics of estate planning, including wills, trusts, and health care directives. It prepares readers to start planning their estate, with or without an attorney. The 10th edition is updated with the latest laws and tax information.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.