There’s an old story about a wealthy man who passed away. When someone asked his accountant, “How much did he leave behind?” the accountant replied, “Everything.” It’s true—you can’t take it with you. As the saying goes, you’ll never see a hearse pulling a U-Haul.

Estate planning is about taking control of your life’s story and ensuring the people and causes you care about most are protected and supported, no matter what. Without a plan, your estate becomes a roll of the dice.