How can I make sure my unmarried partner inherits?

Question

My partner and I are not married but have shared a household for more than ten years. I want my partner to inherit the home and enough money to remain financially secure. What documents and ownership arrangements should unmarried couples review so inheritance does not depend on state intestacy law or assumptions about how long we have been together?

Soradin · Accepted Answer

Name the partner in appropriate documents and beneficiary forms rather than relying on verbal promises. For this legal issue, unmarried partners usually need written planning because marriage based protections may not apply. An estate planning attorney can compare your facts with the rules in your state while helping you put the decision into clear documents.

How can I make sure my unmarried partner inherits?

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