We The People's Guide to Estate Planning: A Do-It-Yourself Plan for Creating a Will and Living Trust

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WE THE PEOPLE No lawyers. Save money. We The People is Americas largest legal document services company. Dedicated to helping every American avoid the high cost of legal fees We The People gives you the information you need to handle your own legal filings quickly easily and inexpensively. Hundreds of thousands of Americans have already liberated themselves from the tyranny of attorneys fees--and now you can too! We The Peoples Guide to Estate Planning makes planning for your future as painless as possible--all without the added hassle of hiring a lawyer. This practical nuts-and-bolts guide covers all the basics of do-it-yourself estate planning and covers everything you need to know about living trusts wills probate and estate taxes. Extra resources--a glossary of estate planning terminology; a section on frequently asked questions; samples of effective living trusts and a last will and testament; as well as worksheets and essential information on how to settle an estate--make this the best resource available for this important step in planning for the future. Youll have all the information you need to understand the legal language of a will or living trust and learn how to seek state-specific laws and customs so you can tailor your plans accordingly. In addition you can download sample documents from which you can create your own. Inside youll learn all the basics and more: Whether you need a living trust a will or both Creating a valid last will and testament Designating a successor trustee or executor to an estate Deciding who gets what--and making sure they do Setting up a living trust and funding it with assets Understanding durable power of attorney documents and living wills Tax-saving tips that help you leave more for your beneficiaries Getting to know (in plain English) the legal language of your will or living trust Where to download sample documents Settling an estate with or without a valid will or living trust Its important to take care of the ones you love after youre gone. But if your estate planning isnt done clearly precisely and legally you could end up creating more problems for your survivors than you solve. Do it right do it inexpensively and do it yourself--with We The Peoples Guide to Estate Planning.