Best Estate Planning Laws for Wills Books
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1. Quicken Willmaker & Trust 2021: Book & Software Kit
Author: by Editors of Nolo
NOLO
English
496 pages
Quicken Willmaker & Trust 2021 is the easiest way to create your estate plan, whether you’re just getting started or you want to update your previous arrangements. This powerful software guides you through the process from beginning to end, giving you the practical and legal information you need to make the best decisions for you and your family.
Quicken Willmaker & Trust 2021 includes: A customized estate plan, including a will, revocable living trust (individual and shared), health care directive, durable power of attorney for finances, and other essential documents An easy-to-use interview format that lets you complete documents at your own pace A user-friendly legal manual to answer common questions A team of lawyer-editors working to ensure each document reflects the laws of your state* Quicken Willmaker & Trust 2021 is the original will-writing software, created and updated regularly by Nolo’s experts.
Free legal updates will keep your program current through 2021. Technical support is also available. Here’s more about the documents you can make with Quicken Willmaker & Trust 2021: Your Will: The heart of every estate plan is a will, also known as a last will and testament.
2. Get It Together: Organize Your Records So Your Family Won't Have To
Author: by Melanie Cullen
NOLO
English
440 pages
Everything you need to get organized Do your loved ones know where to find your life insurance policies, online banking passwords, real estate deeds, or even your will? If you’re like a lot of people, you keep important informationfrom the whereabouts of family heirlooms to online passwords to automatic bill-pay detailsin your head or stashed in the odd desk drawer.
Unfortunately, this disorganization will likely cause hassles for those who someday take care of you or your estate. Get It Together provides an easy, straightforward method to help you and others keep track of: secured places and passwords employment records insurance policies real estate records tax records retirement accounts estate planning documents funeral arrangements letters to loved ones We’ve reorganized this 9th edition to make the process more straightforward.
In the first half, you’ll find the pages to create your personal planner. In the second half, you’ll find step-by-step instructions and helpful resources. With downloadable forms: organize your records using worksheets (details inside). Save the worksheets to your computer and then complete, print, and store them at your convenience.
3. Wills, Trusts, and Estates, Tenth Edition [Connected Casebook] (Aspen Casebook)
Author: by Robert H. Sitkoff
Wolters Kluwer
English
1072 pages
Buy a new version of this Connected Casebook and receive access to the online e-book, practice questions from your favorite study aids, and an outline tool on CasebookConnect, the all in one learning solution for law school students. CasebookConnect offers you what you need most to be successful in your law school classes portability, meaningful feedback, and greater efficiency.
Hailed as one of the best casebooks in legal education, the text combines interesting cases, thoughtful analysis, notes, images, and a clear organization for an excellent teaching tool. Retaining the late Jesse Dukeminier’s blend of wit, erudition, and playfulness, the Tenth Edition uses cartoons, illustrations, case documents, and photographs to provide visual commentary that augments the wide-ranging cases and other readings.
Sidebars on relevant but unique persons, places, and events provide thought-provoking and fascinating context. This casebook is not only fun to read, but fun for professors to teach. New to the Tenth Edition: All new section on electronic or digital wills and the emerging case law that has begun to accept them All new section on trust decanting, now recognized in 25 states, with attention to the breadth of statutory and case law treatments of decanting Reworked coverage of same-sex marriage in light of Obergefell v.
4. Living Trusts for Everyone: Why a Will Is Not the Way to Avoid Probate, Protect Heirs, and Settle Estates (Second Edition)
Author: by Ronald Farrington Sharp
B01MTOED20
Allworth
March 21, 2017
Readers say it best: “Very informative.” “Saved me a lot of money and headaches!” “Recommend it for everyone who has to plan estates for their elderly parents”Living Trusts for Everyone is the best resource for setting up a living trust.
Explaining in specific terms what benefits a trust will have, Ronald Farrington Sharp gives the tools necessary to set up a loved one’s trust with no lawyers and no expense. Wills benefit lawyers. Trusts benefit the clients. Too often lawyers sell wills to clients only to sit back and wait to sell their probate services to their clients’ heirs.
Ronald Farrington Sharp describes the best way to handle modern estate planning and details the many advantages trusts have over wills in not only eliminating probate but in also protecting your assets for your heirs. Sharp explains why legal services are not needed to do the clerical work in settling a trust after death.
This updated edition includes new information on an array of subjects, including:Elimination of the federal estate tax for most estates due to increased exemption amountsOnline assetsThe use of passwords, usernames, and websitesKeeping trustees honest and the process of removing trustees for malfeasanceForms for simplifying the planning processStrategies to lower attorneys’ feesWith no legal jargon, just step-by-step instructions and sample form letters, Living Trusts for Everyone takes the mystery out of the process of setting up a trust.
5. ABA/AARP Checklist for My Family: A Guide to My History, Financial Plans and Final Wishes
Author: by Sally Balch Hurme
American Bar Association
English
222 pages
Put your life in order with this valuable new resource from AARP and the American Bar Association. Checklist for My Family guides you through the process of gathering in one place your finances, legal documents, online accounts, wishes about medical care, and more.
Plus it tells you what you need, why you need it, what’s missing, and where to get it. While giving you peace of mind, this book is also a gift to your loved ones. It spares them stressful decisions and needless frustrations when you’re ill or upon your death.
And it presents them with your legacy, by providing specific knowledge of family history and recollections about your life, interests, and accomplishments. Whether you choose to gather this critical information in the book itself or through the forms available free online, you can easily customize and organize your information.
With this one-of-a-kind guide, you’ll stay in control of your life and feel satisfied in knowing that if anything happens to you, youand your familywill be well prepared.
6. Plan Your Estate
Author: by Denis Clifford Attorney
NOLO
English
528 pages
English
240 pages
Price:
$26.76
as of Jul 8, 2021
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Estate planning for family cottages and cabins No matter whether you’re planning to pass on a cottage to your children, or you’ve inherited a cabin with your siblings, it’s never too early to take steps to preserve a beloved family property for generations to come.
Shared ownership of vacation propertyespecially when the co-owners are family memberscan be fraught with problems. The idyllic dream of a cottage getaway can be shattered when co-owners’ emotions, financial concerns, and opinions on how the property should be used come into play.
Fortunately, a solid plan that dictates how the property will be owned and managed can prevent squabbles over the family cottage. Saving the Family Cottage lays out a roadmap for creating and implementing this plan. It also explains the possible pitfalls of co-owing a family vacation property, and provides time-tested guidance on how to: keep the peace among heirs prevent a family member from forcing a sale of the property keep your vacation home out of the hands of in-laws and creditors, and smoothly transition ownership of the property from one generation to the next.
8. The Complete Book of Wills, Estates & Trusts (4th Edition): Advice That Can Save You Thousands of Dollars in Legal Fees and Taxes
Author: by Alexander A. Bove Jr. Esq.
St. Martin's Griffin
English
416 pages
The classic legal guide with more than 100,000 copies in printnow substantially updated and revised! Whether grappling with modest or extensive assets, The Complete Book of Wills, Estates & Trusts has long been the indispensable guide for protecting an estate for loved ones.
In this completely revised fourth edition, updated to cover the latest changes in estate law, attorneys Alexander A. Bove, Jr., and Melissa Langa synthesize their decades of field and classroom experience into honest, clear, and entertaining explanations of a host of complex legal topics, including: How to create a will and living trust How to use a trust to avoid probate and legal complications How trusts work and how to use trusts to save taxes How to contest a will and how to avoid a contest How to settle an estate or make a claim against one How to establish a durable power of attorney How to protect assets from creditorsIn their straightforward and humorous style, Bove and Langa share easy-to-understand legal definitions and savvy advice on everything from taxes to choosing the right attorney, all illustrated with entertaining examples and actual cases.
9. The Executor's Handbook: A Step-by-Step Guide to Settling an Estate for Personal Representatives, Administrators, and Beneficiaries, Fourth Edition
Author: by Theodore E. Hughes
Skyhorse
English
260 pages
Acting as the executor, representative, or administrator of an estate is a complicated and time-consuming task. It’s time consuming, complicated, and emotionally taxing. Here is a comprehensive guide to help you understand the basics of the procedures that settle an estateReaders say it best: “This book covers all aspects of estate settlement in a complete and thorough manner.”, “The book is written in easy-to-understand terms, with lots of good practical advice.”, “I actually bought it to place in my file cabinet along with my Trust documents, Living Will and other documents”, “We liked it so much, I bought this book for a friend who was handling a new estate.”.In practical and straightforward language, it covers all aspects of estate administration, including funeral arrangements, organ donation, administering probate, dealing with the deceased’s assets and liabilities, and personal representative’s compensation.
You will understand not only your responsibilities but the responsibilities of those who will be assisting you. Tables of state income tax rates, intestacy laws, and state-by-state probate requirements are also included, and a glossary, index, and list of recommended works complete this handbook.
10. End of Life Planning Workbook : Shit You'll Need When I'm Gone: Makes Sure All Your Important Information in One Easy-to-Find Place
Author: by Donald E. Davis
English
102 pages
1690155701
Loved Ones are Devastated When You’re Gone. Leave the Gift of Your Important Information All Kept in One Place.”Planning is bringing the future into the present so that you can do something about it now.” ~Alan LakeinSteve’s StorySteve has been married for 48 years.
He always handled the household bills, and took care of all the banking, real estate and retirement accounts. But since his unexpected death, his wife, Linda, is overwhelmed. Of course she’s grieving over Steve’s passing. But, on top of that, She has absolutely no idea what bills need to paid, or even, when they are due.
Mary’s StoryOn the other side of town, 81-year-old Mary lives alone. After a long battle with a chronic heart condition, Mary comfortably passed away. Even though her two daughters live across the country, they were able to handle their mom’s estate with much less grief.
That’s because, many years ago Mary had saved all her vital information in one convenient place. Preparing and Organizing Important Information for the FutureDeath is sure to happen. Yet, with proper planning, you can save your family a lot of hassle at a time when they have more than enough pain and grief to deal with.
11. Just in Case:A Record of Vital Information in the Event of Emergency, Natural Disaster, Prolonged Illness, or Death
Author: by Amy Levine
English
80 pages
1492104108
Emergencies, accidents, natural disasters, prolonged illness and even death can happen anytime. Don’t be caught off guard recording all relevant personal, family, financial, home, and property information in one document, including your final wishes will help both you and your family in times of upheaval.
In the event of a prolonged illness or death, having access to account numbers, logins and passwords can allow a family to handle affairs directly and bypass a great deal of bureaucratic red tape. Knowing where to find crucial documents, such as your medical directive, power or attorney, or last will and testament can spare your family time and stress.
12. My Family Estate Legal Document Kit (includes Last Will and Testament, Health Care Proxy, and Legal Power of Attorney)
Author: by Peter Pauper Press
English
80 pages
1441334076
Use this helpful planning kit to prepare essential legal documents! This easy-to-use kit is designed to take the mystery out of creating the basic documents every family needs. Save time and money on research and legal fees. Understand what it is youre paying an attorney to do for you.
Become familiar with what is required to make more informed decisions. Whether youre working with an attorney or doing it on your own, this self-help kit will help you create a Will, Health Care Proxy, and Legal Power of Attorney.
Easy fill-in worksheets.Perforated forms.Clear instructions.Glossary of terms. 80 pages with tabbed sections. Kit measures 8-1/2” wide x 11” high. Please Note: This product is not a legal document and does not replace a valid will, health care proxy, or power of attorney.
13. Quick & Legal Will Book
Author: by Denis Clifford Attorney
NOLO
English
216 pages
Your will, made easy Write a will that suits your needs with a minimum of fuss. This book provides all the forms and step-by-step instructions you need to create a simple, valid will that protects your family and property after your death.
Make a will that lets you: name beneficiaries to inherit your assets choose a guardian for young children set up trusts for minors, and name an executor (and a backup). Learn how to: choose appropriate witnesses finalize your will, and revoke or change your will if necessary.
This book also explains basic estate planning, including steps you can take to avoid probate court. The updated 9th edition includes the latest changes in federal estate tax law and a new appendix that lists state probate exceptions. With Downloadable Forms: download wills, a beneficiary worksheet, and other forms (details inside).
14. Every Californian's Guide To Estate Planning: Wills, Trust & Everything Else
Author: by Liza W. Hanks
NOLO
English
360 pages
Finally, an Estate Planning Guide for Californians Every Californian’s Guide to Estate Planning helps you understand the basics of leaving money and property to loved ones and charities, and naming a guardian for childrenwith a special focus on issues unique to making an estate plan in California, like: how community property rules affect inheritance and taxes how to minimize capital gains for those inheriting high value real estate legal and tax rules that apply to non-citizens and U.S.
Permanent residents important issues for international guardians, trustees, and executors how to make sure your heirs don’t lose a low (prop 13) property tax rate, and how to avoid California’s slow and expensive probate system through options such as transfer-on-death deeds.
With Downloadable Worksheets Includes access to essential worksheets that help you get started on writing a will, preparing a trust, choosing a guardian, leaving money to kids, naming beneficiaries, choosing agents for your health care directive and power of attorney for finances, doing a personal inventory, and more.
15. Wills and Trusts Kit For Dummies
Author: by Aaron Larson
For Dummies
English
384 pages
Navigate probate, tax issues, and state laws Create an estate plan and protect your family’s interests Need a will, but have no idea where to start? This friendly guide shows youhow to prepare a legal will or trust either on your own or with professional help and ensure that your wishes are honored.
You’ll handle everything from planning your bequests and writing and signing a will to selecting a trust and drafting your durable power of attorney. Discover how to: Provide for your children Hire and work with professionals Minimize tax liabilities Amend or revoke a will or trust Avoid common estate planning mistakes Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
16. Wills, Trusts, and Estates (Examples & Explanations)
Author: by Gerry W Beyer
Wolters Kluwer
English
780 pages
A favorite classroom prep tool of successful students that is often recommended by professors, the Examples & Explanations (E&E) series provides an alternative perspective to help you understand your casebook and in-class lectures. Each E&E offers hypothetical questions complemented by detailed explanations that allow you to test your knowledge of the topics in your courses and compare your own analysis.
Here’s why you need an E&E to help you study throughout the semester: Clear explanations of each class topic, in a conversational, funny style. Features hypotheticals similar to those presented in class, with corresponding analysis so you can use them during the semester to test your understanding, and again at exam time to help you review.
It offers coverage that works with ALL the major casebooks, and suits any class on a given topic. The Examples & Explanations series has been ranked the most popular study aid among law students because it is equally as helpful from the first day of class through the final exam.
