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Estate Planning Folder Basics

Organize essentials for your estate

This guide explains creating an estate folder with legal documents, contacts, asset lists, and digital access notes, plus how to keep it secure and updated.

Gather core documents

Include will, POA, healthcare directives, and beneficiary designations.

List assets and accounts

Document accounts, policies, debts, and key contacts like attorney and executor.

Handle digital access

Provide instructions for password manager or recovery methods; avoid writing passwords in plain text.

Store securely

Keep copies in a fire-safe box and with a trusted person; review annually for updates.

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