What is legacy planning, and why do beneficiary designations matter?
The short answer
Legacy planning is deciding what you leave behind and how, both money and values. Beneficiary designations on retirement accounts, life insurance, and annuities often override your will, so keeping them up to date is one of the simplest and most important steps. Mike describes a legacy plan as an "I love you" letter to your family.
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