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Estate Planning
The process of organizing and arranging for the management of a person's assets and property after their death.
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Estate planning is the process of planning for the management and distribution of assets after an individual passes away. Estate planning can help ensure that an individual's wishes are carried out and that loved ones are taken care of after they are gone.
Example
You want to make sure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, so you work with an attorney to write a will. This is a form of estate planning.
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Balance Transfer
A financial transaction in which an individual moves their outstanding credit card balance to a new card.
Student Loan
A type of loan provided by the government or other financial institution to help students and their families pay for their education expenses.
APY
APY, or annual percentage yield, is the rate of dividends earned on a credit union account over a year, taking into account the effect of compounding.