What Is a Beneficiary? Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning

When an individual purchases an annuity, they name one or more beneficiaries who will receive the benefits if something happens to them before the contract ends. This could be due to death, disability, or another event that would cause the individual to no longer need their income from the annuity.  The ultimate beneficiary of an annuity is the individual receiving the payments. However, there can also be additional beneficiaries.

What Is Needed in Estate Plan Besides a Will? Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning

One reason for having a will is to make sure your wishes are carried out. If you die “intestate” (without a will), your assets will be distributed by state law, not by your desires.

Some Assets Better Left Outside of Will – Annapolis and Towson Estate Planning

That last will and testament you have tucked away? It may not be the last word on what happens to your stuff after you are gone. Instead, that legal document’s directives for doling out your wealth may be overruled by other paper­work and relevant laws.