
Estate planning is supposed to give you peace of mind. You want to know your family will be taken care of, your wishes respected, and your assets protected. But the rules keep changing. Strategies that worked a few years ago might not help you today. In fact, some could even cause problems or cost your heirs money. If you’re still relying on old advice, you could be making mistakes without realizing it. Here’s what you need to know about estate planning in 2025.