A GOBankingRates survey found that a third of Americans worry they’ll run out of money in retirement.

The end of 2025 feels so distant. But the time between now and then will pass in the blink of an eye – just ask any tax planner.

Major stock indices may be hovering around their all-time highs, but your personal finances might not reflect the same optimism. Inflation is still exceeding the Federal Reserve’s 2% target and interest rate cuts remain off in the distance.

In our daily lives, we face tasks that require specific skills and knowledge. Whether fixing a leaky faucet, rewiring a home, or even diagnosing a health issue, we instinctively reach out to experts who know more and have spent years honing their craft.

No matter how old you get, crafting an estate plan can feel like something older people do.