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Digital Assets in Estate Planning: Don't Forget Your Online Life

2024-10-287 min read

Your digital life has real value. Include digital assets in your estate plan to prevent loss and confusion.

What Are Digital Assets?

Financial

  • Cryptocurrency
  • Online bank accounts
  • Investment platforms
  • PayPal/Venmo balances

Social/Personal

  • Social media accounts
  • Email accounts
  • Photo storage
  • Cloud documents

Business

  • Websites and domains
  • Digital businesses
  • Online storefronts

Entertainment

  • iTunes/music libraries
  • Kindle books
  • Gaming accounts

Challenges with Digital Assets

Access Issues

Passwords needed, often protected by terms of service.

Legal Complications

Laws vary, some accounts can't be transferred.

Valuation Difficulties

Some assets hard to value.

Planning Steps

Step 1: Inventory

List all digital assets and accounts.

Step 2: Secure Access

Document passwords safely (password manager).

Step 3: Include in Will

Address digital assets specifically.

Step 4: Name Digital Executor

Designate someone tech-savvy.

Step 5: Check Terms of Service

Understand each platform's rules.

Cryptocurrency Considerations

  • Store access keys securely
  • Designate someone who understands crypto
  • Document location of wallets

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