It's National Estate Planning Awareness Week and financial experts say in the digital age, it's more important now than ever to get things in order regarding your will. Craig Bolanos, founder and CEO ...

Estate planning is the process of legally deciding who receives your assets following your death and how they need to settle your affairs. Making an estate plan can be valuable for anyone who has any ...

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 face ...

Estate planning is a broad term that can look different for everyone. You should become familiar with two basic documents: a will and a trust. The American Bar Association is an excellent resource for ...

Estate planning is an often overlooked topic during the financial planning process. Discussing estate planning with others can be uncomfortable and easily avoided, yet this is an important part of ...

Now is the time to plan for your loved ones. Life-altering changes happen in the blink of an eye, but preparing ahead protects your plans and wishes. To continue ...

Congratulations! You’re well on your way to the retirement you envision for yourself. You’ve saved diligently, contributed to a 401(k) or IRA and have a good idea how much you’ll need to maintain your ...

CHICAGO, IL – In a city where real estate ownership is common and probate court procedures are complex, understanding the ...

The Big Beautiful Bill (BBB), or The One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBBA) is now law. What is the impact on estate planning? According to several smart advisers there is little to do as the exemption is ...

Industry expert predicts estate planning transformation driven by technology, rising client demand and advisor-attorney ...

Ali Hussain has a background that consists of a career in finance with large financial institutions and in journalism covering business. Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, ...