We'll show you why cohabitating singles have to take a few extra steps if they want to have the same legal rights as their married counterparts.

Just because you don't have heirs doesn't mean you should put off these five important estate planning moves.

More and more successful Baby Boomers are preparing for retirement, making it more important than ever that they understand the sophisticated (and legal!) tools available to protect their estates.

If you want to increase your income, lower your taxes and create a charitable legacy, you can pull off this estate planning hat trick by setting up a Charitable Remainder Unitrust (CRUT).

Make sure your wealth doesn't vanish when you pass -- put it in a trust. Read about the benefits of a trust here, and how you can find the right one to suit your needs.

If you're ready to start transferring your life savings to the next generation, but you're not quite ready to give up control, consider forming a Family Limited Partnership. Not only can you keep hold of the reins, but you can minimize estate taxes at the same time.

No one likes to think about it, but how would you handle your finances if your spouse suddenly died? Here’s a guide to help you protect your savings in a true worst-case scenario.
 

Small business owners ordinarily are shrewd about how to handle money -- except when it comes to planning their estates. If you’re an entrepreneur, here’s how to avoid jeopardizing your legacy.

Here's how to slash your taxes, boost your income and perform altruism -- all in one fell swoop.

By following these how-to steps below, you can avoid the scams and get the most benefit from every charitable contribution.