Estate Planning & Administration


Building Your Estate Plan

01
Assess your assets

Create an inventory of your personal assets to ensure all items are addressed.

02
Evaluate insurance options

Consider life insurance options or expansions to protect your family.

03
Choose a guardian

Determine who will take care of your children, if applicable, in the event you are unable to do so.

04
Establish the necessary directives
  • Last Will and Testament
  • A trust(s)

Advanced directives may include:

  • Power of attorney
  • Health Care Power of Attorney
  • Living Will
05
Identify your beneficiaries

Document the individuals or institutions to include in your plan.

06
Formalize your plan

Capture your wishes in a formal document, ensuring it’s signed and notarized.

07
Engage your executor

Establish the lead resource to execute your plan – whether that be an 1834 wealth professional or a designated individual.

08
Update your estate plan

Capture changes to your plan as your needs evolve.