Many retirees carefully create estate plans—then tuck them away, assuming they’ll never need to be touched again. But laws change, relationships evolve, and finances shift. That’s why your will—the cornerstone of your estate plan—shouldn’t be a “set it and forget it” document. Experts recommend revisiting it at least every five years after turning sixty to ensure it reflects your current wishes and legal realities. A stale will can create confusion, disputes, and tax burdens your family never saw coming.
