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Monday, September 9, 2013

The Importance of Property Planning

Sometimes we tend to be neglectful of a few things, like planning. We don’t really think ahead or even try to prepare for the future. We all know that death is inevitable, and we may not want to prepare for it, but we should think of those whom we leave behind. Is everything set for them?

When you pass away, obviously, you won’t be able to pack up and bring all your possessions with you. What’s funnier is that you cannot leave them to anyone, too, should you fail to plan things way ahead of time. That is why it is advisable to have property planning because this makes things easier for the ones who are left behind.

Importance of Property Planning
It can be a little brutal to discuss about death, especially your own. Maybe that’s why you haven’t thought about it yet. But life can be a little brutal most especially if we talk about practicality. And practicality includes planning our own deaths. Have you heard of memorial plans? They’re more brutal than property planning. So if you wish for your family to inherit your properties if you pass away earlier than expected, you should start planning now!


You have to plan ahead for your property without considering your net worth because you don’t want to lose track of your own financial goals even after your death.

The components of a property plan are as follows: the owner’s will, the power of attorney, and a health care substitute.

It would be better if you had an itemized and detailed list of your properties. This list should include investments, insurance policies, business pursuits, retirement savings, etc. List everything. Don’t miss anything.

Of course, before anything else, to make things easier when planning, there are a few questions that you can ask yourself:

  • Who can manage all my financial transactions?
  • Who can run medical determinations when I couldn't?
  • Who will inherit all my properties?

A will is really necessary most especially if you have many properties to leave behind. The will states how and where your properties (who will inherit this and that) will be divided after you die. A will also indicates whom you want to take care of your children if they are still minors. Without the will, those who should inherit your properties won’t be granted what should be given to them. So, to avoid this, you better start drafting your will as soon as now.

However, before finalizing your will, you better speak with those who will acquire the properties to clear things out. You don’t want disagreement among family members. A will should avoid that in the first place.

For you to leave your properties to your family and loved ones without the unnecessary conflicts among them, the best thing to do is to plan for your properties now.

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