1. How to organize and verify beneficiaries across accounts (banks, retirement plans, insurance, etc.) to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes and not tied up in probate.
2. What key decision-makers you need to choose—like executors, trustees, guardians, and powers of attorney—and what each role actually does.
3. How to capture essential family and financial information in one place, making it easier for loved ones and professionals to carry out your plan.
4. How to clarify your desires and legacy goals, from special gifts and bequests to healthcare wishes and guardianship of minor children.
5. Which documents and next steps to discuss with an estate planning attorney so your plan is both complete and legally valid.
What key decision-makers you need to choose—like executors, trustees, guardians, and powers of attorney—and what each role actually does.