A 401(k) can be one of the largest assets in an estate, but its treatment after death is governed by specific rules.

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It's important to have a will so that everything you care for - both assets and sentimental items - can be distributed ...

Planning for retirement often focuses on maximizing income, but the fate of pensions after death is a crucial, yet often overlooked, aspect of estate planning. While the state pension typically ends ...

Most people aren't particularly interested in pondering what the financial aftermath will be when they die, but recent data suggests that this should be a regular part of managing your finances. Case ...

What does dying feel like? By studying patients who’ve suffered near-death experiences, scientists are one step closer to ...

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