Protect your family with solid estate planning

Estate planning sounds difficult--but most people just need a few basic documents. Let Nolo's Guide to Estate Planning show you how to protect your loved ones from legal hassles and financial uncertainty after your death. Learn about:

• wills and living trusts


• avoiding probate


• bypass (AB) trusts


• leaving property to children and naming guardians


• estate, gift, and inheritance taxes


• strategies for business owners


• health care directives, and


• financial powers of attorney.

Nolo's Guide to Estate Planning replaces Nolo's long-standing bestseller Plan Your Estate and is completely updated and refreshed for today's reader.

Applies in all U.S. states except Louisiana.