estate planning

noun

The process of anticipating and arranging for the management and disposal of a person's estate during the person's lifetime in preparation for future incapacity or death.

Meanings

nounestate planning (uncountable)
  1. uncountableThe process of anticipating and arranging for the management and disposal of a person's estate during the person's lifetime in preparation for future incapacity or death.
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APA

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