Now is a great time to be proactive and plan ahead should you or a loved one fall ill. One of the most important and relatively easy things you can do (and should do) is to select a medical agent and set up your advance healthcare directive.

It can be hard to get motivated about your estate planning, but you also probably want to make sure your loved ones receive your hard-earned money and property.

Here is a look at the basics of ten common trusts to provide you with a general understanding of the options available.

Many of us do not take the first steps to get their estate plan in place because we do not understand the differences between a will, a trust – and dying without either.

Confused about the differences between a will and a trust? If so, you are not alone. Here’s a quick and simple reference guide.