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Title: Redefining Estate Planning for Empty Nesters: A Guide by Mark Fishbein, Principal Tucson Estate Planner at ALTA Estate
United States, 6th Apr 2024, King NewsWire - As you transition into the empty nest phase, your estate planning priorities naturally shift. No longer focused solely on appointing guardians for minor children, you now face new considerations to ensure your estate plan aligns with your current stage of life. Mark Fishbein, a seasoned estate planner at ALTA Estate, shares invaluable insights into the unique estate planning needs of empty nesters.1. Evolving Powers of AttorneyPreviously designated decision-makers for financial and healthcare matters may no longer be the most suitable choices. Mark Fishbein stresses the importance of updating these documents to ensure competent individuals manage your affairs should you become unable to do so yourself.2. Tailored Inheritances and Trusts for Adult ChildrenTrusts established during your children's minority may require adjustments to reflect their current needs and maturity levels. Mark Fishbein advises revisiting these plans to ensure they effectively address your adult children's financial responsibility and any unique circumstances, such as disabilities.3. Reviewing Life Insurance and Retirement AccountsLife insurance policies and retirement account beneficiary designations should be reevaluated to ensure they still align with your current goals. Mark Fishbein highlights the importance of preventing unintended inheritances, particularly to former spouses.4. Embracing Trusts in Estate PlanningTrusts become increasingly relevant for empty nesters, offering benefits such as probate avoidance, strategic long-term care planning, and addressing complex family dynamics. Mark Fishbein underscores the customization and asset protection advantages trusts provide, emphasizing the need for professional guidance to navigate their intricac...
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