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What happens if I do not create a plan?
If you don't have an estate plan, your family will be left to figure things out at a time when they're grieving. They might not know what you want, and they'll have to deal with legal procedures, court appointments, and tough decisions. Creating an estate plan is a gift to your family.
Estate planning is a vital tool that gives you the power to control where your assets go after you pass away, ensuring that your wishes are adhered to and your loved ones are protected even when you’re no longer with them. Without an estate plan in place, the state will effectively make those decisions for you.
Estate planning is something some people would prefer not to think about. Unfortunately, the consequences of never doing so can be profound.