Making your precise intentions known regarding the withholding of medical treatment in extreme cases through a living will;

Easing the burden on your loved ones of dealing with health care providers, financial institutions, and other entities if you ever become incapacitated;

Making your precise intentions known regarding the disposition of your assets and personal property, including your home, investments, business, life insurance and retirement accounts;

Avoiding having the state decide how your property will be distributed amongst your family members if you were to die without a will;

Minimizing potential estate taxes and other fees; and

Avoiding the probate process altogether whenever possible.

On the financial side, a good estate plan coordinates what would happen with your home, your investments, your business, your life insurance, your employee benefits (401(k) plan, IRA [investment retirement account]), and other property in the event you became disabled or incompetent, or if you die.

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