I find that most people do not want to think about their own death, but usually realize they need a will. However, it is equally important to think about those assets that pass outside of your will, such as retirement accounts. Designating a beneficiary is really a bit trickier than most people think - such as not naming a minor, or setting up tax planning trusts, but simply naming your spouse. I recently read a relevant article that highlights some of these issues.
http://trustsandestates.com/news/estate_death_ira_beneficiary/
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