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The Beneficiary Check-Up Toolkit

Simple steps to make sure your accounts match your real-life wishes.

This toolkit provides a straightforward process to review your accounts and ensure your money goes exactly where you intend.

Beneficiary designations control many of your most important accounts — often more than your will or trust. But life changes quickly, and outdated designations are one of the most common causes of accidental probate.

  • Guided beneficiary review worksheet (PDF)
  • Editable tracking spreadsheet (Excel)
  • Step-by-step review checklist
  • Common mistakes to avoid
  • Tips for keeping your designations up to date

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This article explains the key concepts covered in this resource:

The Beneficiary Check-Up Toolkit

What you’ll get:

✔ A simple worksheet to review and update your beneficiaries
✔ A checklist of accounts that commonly require beneficiary designations
✔ Guidance to help prevent accidental inheritance mistakes

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