What is it that nobody wants to talk about but everyone should absolutely put in writing? Well, here’s a question that answers that question: what do you want to happen to your remains after you die? Of course, there are traditional burials available in traditional cemeteries. Some people want their bodies donated to science. There are also alternatives to traditional burial. Here are just some of the innovative options I’ve come across:
- Eternal Reefs (http://www.eternalreefs.com) is an organization that helps families place their loved ones’ ashes in permanent underwater reefs.
- The Neptune Society (http://www.neptunesociety.com) is dedicated to providing cremation services.
- Aqua Green Dispositions (http://www.aquagreendispositions.com) is a company that employs water and alkalinity for a more natural form of decomposition. You might have heard it referred to as “flameless cremation.”
Now, some of these methods may appeal to you, or they may not. But whatever your preference is, the important thing is to make your wishes known, in writing, ideally, as part of a comprehensive estate plan. If you do not make your wishes known in executable form, as in a will, it’s entirely possible that after your death, your loved ones might not know what you want. They might not do as you would have wanted. Or they may be prevented from carrying out your wishes. Whether you need to begin your estate planning, or if you already have an estate plan and need to review it or make changes, I hope you will get in touch with me for help. From wills to trusts, and beyond, I can provide guidance and representation to assure that your wishes for the future are memorialized and actionable. Best of all, the sooner you complete or revise your estate plan, the more peace of mind you will have! Just give me a call at 818.956.9200818.956.9200.
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