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Designating Beneficiaries
Designating beneficiaries for your financial accounts, such as life insurance policies, retirement accounts, and bank accounts, is a critical step in estate planning. This process ensures that these assets are transferred directly to your chosen beneficiaries without going through probate. Regularly reviewing and updating your beneficiary designations is crucial, especially after major life events like marriage, divorce, or the birth of a child3.