Although most people's estates aren't large enough to be affected by the federal estate tax, residents in many states have to consider how state taxes may reduce their estates.

At least one commentator has characterized James Gandolfini's will as a tax "disaster." But is it?

A recent trust case from North Dakota highlights the importance of taking current and potential step-relationships into account when planning your estate.

Most people are deterred from buying long-term care insurance due to the high cost of the premiums (and the hope that they'll never need it).