The State of San Diego Estate Planning: Most Lack A Will, Trust, or Health Care Directive
Posted on | September 17, 2008 | 4 Comments
If San Diego estate planning is anything like the rest of the nation, it is in pretty bad shape. The National Association of Estate Planners & Councils has planned the third week of October for a National Estate Planning Awareness week. The reasons for the promotion?
- 70% of Americans do not have a basic will – those that have a will fail to keep it updated.
- 79% do not have a living trust
- 69% do not have a living will or advance healthcare directive
Surprisingly, up to 74% of parents do not have a last will and testament, and cite choosing a guardian as a deterrent.
The council is preparing promotional materials for local affiliates to hold presentations for the public. You can find updates at the council’s website. Thanks to the PA Elder Blog for bringing this story to my attention. As of right now, the website for the local San Diego chapter is down, check back here for updates.
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July 17th, 2009 @ 2:42 pm
This is one of the best websites on estate planning I have seen yet.Very well done.
December 30th, 2009 @ 5:36 pm
I totally agree on the reasons for the promotion. It really states the true reality or I may say truly facts!
Great post!
January 2nd, 2010 @ 6:43 am
Great post!
January 5th, 2010 @ 2:15 am
Great post! I want to know when you update your blog, where can i subscribe to your blog.