Debts typically aren't inherited, but they could affect your loved one's estate.

Many people assume that creating a Last Will and Testament is the final step in protecting their family and their assets.

When someone dies, even seemingly simple assets like bank accounts can become complicated fast. Whether those funds can get transferred to loved ones or go to probate often comes down to a few small ...

When someone dies, even small sums of money can become legally complicated. Texas law limits who can access a deceased person ...

When my friend said he’d written a will and put me in it, it was an awkward moment. I told him I didn’t know what to say, so ...

Byline: Matthew Kayser  Planning for the future means considering how your money, property, and belongings will be managed if you are no longer able to manage them yourself. For many […] ...

You can’t take it with you, so what happens to your bank account after you pass on?

A while back, we wrote about women who accidentally found out their husbands were cheating, and the responses ranged from ...

Your 401(k) doesn’t just disappear when you die. Here’s how it’s transferred, who gets it, the tax impact, and why beneficiary updates matter more than you think.