ANSWERS FROM THE EXPERTS

"Ask An Expert" provides answers to some common estate planning questions. To send your own question to one of our experts return to the main Ask An Expert page.

“Final Expense” Funds - Q: My friends have suggested setting aside a fund in my estate plan so my heirs will be able to pay the “final” expenses involved. Is this necessary?

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