One of the reasons why you work day-in and day-out is to benefit not only yourself but your loved ones. Setting your loved up ones for a healthy financial future after your death all starts with deliberately preparing for your assets to be transferred to the individuals/organizations of your choosing.
It is never too early or too late to think about transferring your wealth. Thinking about your will, trusts, competency issues, and transfer-tax consequences and the role they will play can help you successfully meet your financial goals for you and your family.
wealth strategy can include having a ...
Will
Trust
Power of Attorney
Living Wil
Life Insurance
Why should Life Insurance be a part of your Wealth Strategy?
Life insurance is a popular and effective tool in helping to meet estate goals due to its tax advantages. When you die, the death benefit is paid to beneficiaries, generally income tax-free, as provided in Internal Revenue Code Section 101(a).
Life Insurance allows ...
The heirs to maintain their lifestyle
Immediate liquidity
Purchase assets from, or loan funds to, your estate
Equalize estate distribution
Increase bequests
So what exactly is the financial plan for leaving a legacy?
Setting goals and objectives for your legacy
Assessing your current financial situation
Selecting a strategy that will help reduce or eliminate unnecessary expenses or delays
Determine the liquidity and income needs of your beneficiaries
Executing the plan
Just remember, you do not need to be wealthy in order to set up a wealth transfer strategy. Everyone can create a legacy for future generations.
Contact a financial advisor today to discuss setting up a legacy!
It's never too early, or too late to be financially healthy.