DURHAM, April 21, 2006) — No matter what your net worth, it’s important to have a basic estate plan in place to ensure that after you die, your family will be taken care of and your financial goals met. Outlook on Money, airing on New Hampshire Public Television’s award-winning nightly newsmagazine NH OUTLOOK Tuesday, April 25th @ 7:30 p.m., takes a look at the ABCs of estate planning.We'll profile a local couple who learned firsthand the value of estate planning when a business partner died on 9/11. We'll also talk with an estate attorney about the basics of planning. Estate plans are not just for the wealthy—they involve writing a will, as well as designating a power of attorney, writing a living will, and for some people, creating a trust. Outlook on Money is a unique series designed to help people of all ages and income levels establish and maintain financial security. Whether it's learning to live on a budget, teaching children to spend and save wisely, planning for college and retirement, or starting your own business, “Outlook on Money” offers advice from experts around the state. These financial literacy segments are available for online viewing at https://nhpbs.org/outlook/money.asp. Beyond the 12 stories that are part of the series, Outlook on Money will be made available to schools, libraries, and community groups. Content for the series was contributed by 20 economic assistance and guidance organizations in the state, among them NH Jump$tart Coalition, Fannie CLAC and UNH Cooperative Extension.The special project was launched through the assistance of a $50,000 grant from Citizens Bank Foundation. The Citizens Bank Foundation is the principal charitable contributions vehicle of Citizens Bank New Hampshire.
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