Estate Planning 101: Planning Today for Peace of Mind Tomorrow

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This week’s #CreditChat introduces the essentials of estate planning and why it matters for everyone. We’ll discuss wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, and other key considerations to help protect your loved ones and your legacy. Join us to learn how planning today can provide peace of mind for tomorrow.

Topic: Estate Planning 101: Planning Today for Peace of Mind Tomorrow

When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026

Where: Join the live hashtag discussion

The panel will include: Jennifer White: Consumer Education and Advocacy Team, and Christina Roman: Sr. Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.

Questions we will discuss:
1. What does “estate planning” mean to you, and who do you think should be thinking about it?  

2. What life events should prompt someone to update their estate plan?  

3. What are the must-have documents in an estate plan, and what’s something people might overlook?  

4. What’s the difference between a will and a trust, and when does each make sense?  

5. What’s one common estate planning mistake you’ve seen (or heard about), and what’s your tip for avoiding it? 

6. What happens to a person’s debts after they pass away, and who is (or isn’t) responsible? What do you wish more people knew?  

7. When a loved one passes away, what do you wish family members or executors knew about handling the person’s credit reports and accounts?  

8. What online accounts, passwords, or photos would you want your family to be able to access if something happened to you, and how do you determine who should have access?  

9. What’s your best tip for starting an estate plan on a budget, and where can people go for help?  

10. Who in your life should you talk to about your estate plan, and what’s your advice for starting that conversation with family?  

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