Military professionals often have to face the prospect of austere training environments, combat, overseas deployment, and unconventional missions. Because of these risks, the need to have something substantial for family members who are left behind is vital. In the case of female servicemembers, the need to have an excellent estate plan cannot be overemphasized. Why? Often,…
The most well-known estate planning tool, a Last Will & Testament is a legal document which comes into play after you pass away. It outlines who will be given your money, your things, your home and/or other real property.
The Will outlines what happens with your body (burial, cremation). Most Wills also say something about guardianship for your minor children.
Finally, the document will also appoint a person to make sure all these things happen, they are usually called an Executor.