From the author of bestselling, award-winning books on downsizing your home, here now is an all-in-one estate-planning guide for everyone, from those with little to those with much—all you need to know and do to make a difference in the lives of those you love and on the world, and turn whatever you possess into an intentional, meaningful legacy
Whether you want the fruits of your life’s work to benefit your family, the environment, science, human rights, the arts, your church, or another cause dear to you, one thing is certain: It won’t happen unless you plan. What to Do with Everything You Own to Leave the Legacy You Want is a step-by-step, DIY guide to turning your money and “stuff” into something meaningful that will outlast you—whether you are in the prime of life or your later years, single or partnered, have kids or not, are well-off or of modest means. With her trademark practical wisdom, downsizing expert Marni Jameson offers plenty of comfort (and even some laughs) as she guides you through the following:
- Identifying whom you want to benefit from your legacy
- Navigating wills, trusts, and other paths to your goals
- Heading off potential family conflicts
- Making the best plan for your material assets
This book will encourage and inspire you through every step of your final downsizing project, helping you make a positive impact on the people and causes closest to your heart.
“An engaging, well-timed guide, streamlining the complexities of estate planning and untangling the hows and whys of thoughtful decision-making.”—Kerry Hannon, New York Times columnist and personal finance strategist
“A useful book that gets five stars.”—Mensa Bulletin