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7 Great Reasons Why You Should Plan For Death!

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By Grant Ellis I n 1789 Benjamin Franklin said that there are only two certainties in life – death and taxes. We all seem happy to talk about taxes, but less keen on discussing, or planning for our ultimate demise. It’s as if by talking about it we are somehow tempting fate. But it can bring tremendous peace of mind not only to the planner, but also to their loved ones to know that a well thought out  programme  is in place for their eventual departure. Here are  7 good reasons why you shouldn’t put off planning for it - old or young. D ying without leaving a will  is  not   a good idea. If you  haven’t made  a will,  then  when you die, everything you own will be shared out according to the law instead of  in accordance with  your wishes. This could mean  your estate  pass es  to someone you hadn't intended – or that someone you want to pass things on to ends up with nothing. ...