A loved one or close friend may ask you to be the executor of his or her estate. Before you give an answer, consider these questions.

The right person to choose as your executor may not be the loved one you have in mind.

Transferring a family business to the next generation requires a delicate balancing act.

To ensure your desired treatment of adopted children or unadopted stepchildren, you and your spouse or partner must clearly communicate your plans through wills

Life insurance remains a powerful estate planning tool for providing for your loved ones in the event of your untimely death. Now is the time to reevaluate your

A trustee administers a trust for its beneficiaries. Look for qualifications like financial expertise, integrity, reliability, and good communication skills.

Get clarity on how to file taxes for your investments.

A special needs trust can be beneficial for certain family members, but it requires close adherence to the rules.

Do your loved ones a favor by creating a “road map” to your estate plan.

Take these action steps now to minimize the chance of a will contest and increase the chance of family harmony after your death.