The Modern Frontier: Planning for Your Digital Estate
Over the past few decades, technology has reshaped nearly every aspect of our lives, including our estates. Today, your digital footprint is vast, valuable, and often overlooked in traditional estate planning.
From financial accounts to social media profiles, digital assets require the same level of attention as physical property. Yet many people are unclear on what qualifies as a “digital asset,” let alone how to plan for it effectively.
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