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Reasons for Young Families to Start Estate Planning

Tarantino Law, PLLC • March 5, 2024

When you’re raising a family, estate planning may seem like a faraway issue. But it’s a crucial step for your family. Estate planning should be started as soon as possible to provide you peace of mind and guarantee that your loved ones will be taken care of in an emergency.

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  • Safeguard Your Children’s Future. The welfare of young families depends on estate planning. In the odd event that both parents pass away, you can make sure your children are taken of when you appoint guardians in your will. Without such a plan, the courts will decide who your children will live with.
  • Manage Financial Assets. Estate planning includes current and posthumous asset management and distribution. Young families frequently have investments, savings accounts, and mortgages that require systematic administration. You can manage these assets and provide for your children’s education among other needs by creating a trust as part of your estate plan.
  • Life Insurance Considerations. Life insurance is one of the most important aspects of estate planning for young families. In the event of an unanticipated loss, it ensures your family is financially secure. Choosing the appropriate kind, quantity, and distribution of insurance is made easier with estate planning.
  • Handling Obligations . Mortgages and student loans are two common debts young families hold. You can decide how these debts will be paid off as part of your estate planning.
  • Tax Planning. Managing the intricacies of inheritance and estate taxes can be facilitated by estate planning.

Estate planning may appear burdensome, particularly for young families that are already juggling responsibilities of everyday life. However, getting a head start makes the process less overwhelming. Remember that estate planning is an act of responsibility and love rather than a show of pessimism. Contact our offices today to get your plan started.

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