Overview questions and answers about estate planning.

Here are the legal basics of full body donations.

What to do if you want to donate your organs after death.

If you want to give a big gift to charity, consider a charitable trust.

Take the following steps to help your family should you die or become incapacitated.

If you have young children, you should choose a personal guardian -- someone to raise them in the highly unlikely event you can't.

Suggestions for naming the right person to direct your medical care if you are unable to do so yourself.

Not everyone needs life insurance. Find out whether or not you do.

Know when healthcare providers must follow your instructions for medical care -- and when they may not.

Only the closest relatives have a right to claim part of your estate.

Planning some of the details of your final ceremonies and the disposition of your body can be a great relief to your survivors. Here are a few things to consider.

Make your executor's job easier, and help out your family, by getting your paperwork in order.

Just can't wait for your retirement funds? Painless advice on how to get the money you've socked away for retirement -- if you need it right now.

Here's the lowdown on basic probate-avoiding living trusts.

It's easy to arrange for someone to manage any property you leave to young children.

When it comes to choosing a life insurance policy, you may feel dazed by your options. Here are the basic types and the pros and cons of each.

Be sure you know what property is yours to leave or give away.

Making gifts during your life can provide you with tax savings and more.

Couples can save a bundle on estate taxes with this kind of trust.

Tips on shopping for funeral goods and services.

Test your knowledge to see how much you know about taking your money out.

Life insurance may be a good source of income for your children if you die. Here's what you should know.

An overview of some important issues you'll face when preparing documents directing your medical care.