Nolo's Guide to Estate Planning

Protect your family with solid estate planning

Estate planning sounds difficult—but most people just need a few basic documents. Let Nolo's Guide to Estate Planning show you how to protect your loved ones from legal hassles and financial uncertainty after your death. Learn about:

• wills and living trusts
• avoiding probate
• bypass (AB) trusts
• leaving property to children and naming guardians
• estate, gift, and inheritance taxes
• strategies for business owners
• health care directives, and
• financial powers of attorney.

Nolo’s Guide to Estate Planning replaces Nolo’s long-standing bestseller Plan Your Estate and is completely updated and refreshed for today’s reader.

Applies in all U.S. states except Louisiana.