Wills

Some estate plans are more effective than others. What the most effective plans have in common, however, is a well thought-out will that works in concert with other estate planning tools.

The FAQs below cover only a few basic points. Each person's circumstances and wishes are different. For more information, please check our estate planning page or contact the FPU Foundation.

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• Q:   Doesn't joint ownership make a will unnecessary?
• A:   No. That's a common misconception. Joint ownership may create unnecessary estate taxes and may even cause the incurrence of gift taxes. It may also deny you complete control over your property while you're still living. Joint ownership is a poor substitute for a will but can often work well in conjunction with one.