Children are the most beautiful thing which can ever happen to a family. Unfortunately, we all start worrying about our children’s future and security before birth. If you haven’t thought of estate planning before, you must consider it because it has become a necessary step for children. Maybe you have heard about estate planning early but haven’t taken action. It would be best if you stopped thinking about it because now that you have children, creating an estate plan for their protection is necessary.
Estate planning shields your kids and provides future safety for them in your absence. We think that everyone who is thinking of starting a family should plan their estate. It is going to help you a lot in the future, and also it is going to work in favor of your kids. You might be aware that estate planning isn’t just about transferring the funds or estate but about making the future take control of the future while you can.
Estate planning for children
When we make an estate plan, we often make it for the safety of our family and kids. You might already be aware that estate planning for the children is essential because you want to ensure that your assets pass to them with minimal tax exposure and outside the marital property or personal issues. What will happen to your children if you and your spouse die because of some tragedy? If you have minors assigning a guardian that you trust should come into consideration. Keep in mind without a proper estate plan; your children might be subject to probate or a guardian controlling their life without having their best interest at heart.
A good estate plan can help your children while they are alive and when you are gone. People, for the most part, don’t just pass. Instead, they become metal incapacitated or ill and unable to take care of themselves. Something as basic as a power of attorney can save them a headache in such a scenario by empowering them to make a financial decision and gain access to their savings or properties for financial situations to assist you and yourself.
Estate Planning for Children Important Steps
Will
You must write a will to start with your estate planning for children. Most young parents don’t think about assets or property when writing the will, but they focus on the “guardian.” So, in your choice, you must name a guardian who will care for your kids without you and your spouse. A will is also where you can state your wishes regarding how your assets are distributed amongst your children, which can help avoid family feuds.
Life Insurance
It would be best if you bought life insurance for your kids so they can benefit in your absence. We think it is an essential and much-needed step when thinking about your kids’ safety.
Make Healthcare Proxy/ Power of Attorney/ Living Will
An hA healthcare proxy will decide for your medical health if you cannot make it somehow. You can’t pick your minor kids for this position. Instead, you may appoint your spouse, a close family member, or a friend. Power of attorney will decide on your behalf for all your finance-related issues. Living Will is where you can state your final wishes, such as burial or funeral arrangements, so your family isn’t burdened with such decisions on your behalf.
Estate planning for special needs children
Estate planning is essential if you have special needs or children. Families with special needs children should be much more concerned about the safety of their kids in the future. If something happens to you and your spouse, they’ll be alone without care. In the case of estate planning, you can at least pick someone to take care of them after your death and ensure some finances that can be used for their care.
We have seen many clients struggling while making an estate plan for their kids. We must think about our family’s future in all cases. We believe estate planning can provide them with an extra layer of protection. However, estate planning isn’t the only thing you can do for future security; it is essential. If you need advice on estate planning anytime, you can directly contact us for a free consultation. We will be happy to help you plan your estate for your children.
