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Estate Planning Worksheet
Estate and Trust Planning — Single Client
This page previews the worksheet we use to prepare a single client's estate plan. To fill it out securely online, request the digital intake link below — nothing on this preview page transmits any information.
Part I: Personal Information
- Client's full legal name, birth date, and Social Security number
- Home address, city, state, email address, and home telephone
- Marital status: divorced, widowed, or single
Children and Other Family Members
List each family member's full legal name, birth date, and relationship, along with any comments.
Advisors
- Personal attorney
- Accountant
Your Concerns
Rate each item N/A, Low, Some, or High:
- Avoiding probate
- Protecting assets from lawsuits/creditors
Important Family Questions
- Are you making payments pursuant to a divorce or property settlement order? (If yes, we'll ask you to upload a copy of the order.)
- Have you ever filed federal or state gift tax returns? (If yes, we'll ask you to upload copies.)
- Have you completed previous will, trust, or estate planning? (If yes, we'll ask you to upload copies of the existing documents.)
Part II: Property Information
Provide approximate values for your assets:
- Real property (home, land, etc.)
- Bank accounts (checking, savings, CDs)
- Retirement plans (401(k), IRA, etc.)
Part III: Design Information
- Guardian for minor children
- Death trustee — who should manage property for beneficiaries after your death
- Power of attorney — who should make financial decisions if you are incapacitated
Ready to get started?
Call the office, or book a free consultation, and we'll send you the secure digital version of this worksheet.
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