A detailed guide to preparing an estate and passing wealth on to the next generation

Estate planning goes far beyond finance and tax issues. Who better to help individuals navigate these difficult waters than one of the world’s leading accounting and tax firms? Over the years, PricewaterhouseCoopers has guided thousands of individuals through the intricacies of estate planning, but their services have normally been accessible only to the very wealthy. Now, they bring their expertise to a wider audience. Filled with in-depth insight and practical advice, this comprehensive resource will help readers determine the best ways to pass their assets on to their loved ones. More than just an exercise in number crunching and tax law, this book takes a complete look at estate planning–from the often touchy and difficult task of personal issues to how to best maximize tax efficiency.

PricewaterhouseCoopers is the world’s largest professional services organization–helping clients build value, manage risk, and improve performance. PWC has over 9,000 partners and over 150,000 employees in more than 150 countries worldwide. ...