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No matter how old you are, creating a will and estate planning are an important part of your financial picture. Use the content in this section to help you get started.
Why should you have an estate plan? More than just avoiding probate or reducing taxes, there's the very human reasons listed in this article to benefit those you love.
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Creating a will yourself is an option in the estate planning process, but there are times when you should consult a lawyer and get their exp...
Estate planning attorneys are helpful during the estate planning process and afterwards through the process of probate court. They understan...
Creating your will is important, especially when you have children. Read this article to learn the basics about wills, such as what to put i...
Some people may be best served by having an attorney who specializes in estate law to create an estate plan. Everyone's situation differs, and an attorney could help guide you through the options.
A power of attorney gives someone legal permission to carry out your wishes on your behalf. Read this article to find out the different type...
When creating an estate plan, know the differences between a will and a living trust. A living trust keeps you in control of your assets whi...
The probate process starts on the day you die and is the court-supervised verification of your will. All of your assets go to probate and can take up to 2 years or more to go through the process.
All Learning Center articles are general summaries that can be used when considering your financial future at various life stages. The information presented is for educational purposes and meant to supplement other information specific to your situation. It is not intended as investment advice and does not necessarily represent the opinion of Protective Life or its subsidiaries. Neither Protective Life nor its representatives offer legal or tax advice. We encourage you to consult with your financial adviser and legal or tax adviser regarding your individual situations before making investment, social security, retirement planning, and tax‐related decisions. For information about Protective Life and its products and services, visit www.protective.com.
Life Can Be Easier When You Have a Plan From wills and trusts, to taxes and powers of attorney, estate planning can be complex. Yet there's much you can do to streamline one of the most difficult financial planning decisions of your life. In fact, the more you know, the less intimidating and easier estate planning can be. At Protective, we understand the importance of the estate planning process. The following articles were created to address some of the most common components of estate planning, and to help you get the process started. The information presented in our learning center is designed to provide a general introduction to a topic and is for educational purposes only. We always recommend you speak with a qualified financial advisor or insurance representative about your individual situation. For information about Protective Life and its life insurance products and services, visit www.protective.com.
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