PLEG155 - Introduction to Estate Planning - Lesson 1
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What is the purpose of an estate plan?

  • Ensuring tax exemptions only
  • Distributing property only
  • Managing finances and protecting heirs (correct)
  • Appointing someone to make investment decisions
  • In what scenario can estate planning be beneficial?

  • When there are no family members to inherit assets
  • When one wants to avoid paying taxes
  • When faced with incapacity or inability to make decisions (correct)
  • When planning a vacation
  • What can lead to conflicts in estate planning?

  • Leaving everything to charity
  • Changing circumstances or beneficiaries (correct)
  • Making frequent updates to documents
  • Having multiple beneficiaries
  • What was the value of Michael Jackson's estate upon his death?

    <p>$235 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many pages was Michael Jackson's will?

    <p>5 pages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the sole beneficiary listed in Anna Nicole Smith's will?

    <p>Her son</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of an estate plan?

    <p>To decide who receives property after death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Michael Jackson appoint Diana Ross in his will?

    <p>As a guardian for his children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between probate and non-probate property?

    <p>Probate requires court proceedings, while non-probate does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if someone fails to update their will to include additional beneficiaries?

    <p>The estate is distributed among existing heirs only</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a will aid in disposing of tangible personal property?

    <p>By distributing it based on the wishes of the deceased</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does one need to appraise the value of assets in an estate?

    <p>To ensure fair distribution among heirs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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