Estate Flow Mapper

Surface probate-exposed value, beneficiary mismatches, and document gaps. The output is a printable attorney-discussion packet — not legal guidance.

Planning guide

How to use the estate flow mapper

Estate planning affects beneficiary timing, taxes, account access, survivor cash flow, and family clarity. The mapper is not legal advice; it helps organize what should be reviewed with an estate attorney or tax professional.

Inputs to gather first

Account types and beneficiary designations
Trust or will status
Heirs and timing needs
Tax-deferred vs Roth vs taxable balances

Common planning mistakes

Assuming a will controls all accounts
Forgetting beneficiary updates after life events
Ignoring inherited IRA distribution rules

Example use case

A household may have a will but outdated beneficiaries on retirement accounts. Mapping the flow can surface mismatches before they become an estate problem.

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