It’s debatable whether wealth has been a positive influence in the life of Tori Spelling, daughter of the late American film and television producer Aaron Spelling.

It's important to understand the basics of the estate tax.

This seemingly drastic move is becoming increasingly popular.

Vivian Lee Thoreen, the attorney who represented Mickey Rooney and his estate, discusses how advisors can help protect their elderly clients.

Elizabeth Taylor chose one cause—AIDS—as her mission in life to support. Even after her death, the foundations and organizations she created and supported are still thriving.

Former Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe spent his life inspiring fear in others but was unable to overcome his own fear of estate planning.

Relationships involving multiple partners are far more common (and less ridiculous) than many advisors may think.

Maintaining residences in multiple states is no longer solely the realm of the ultrawealthy.

Pablo Picasso did his family no favors with his (nonexistent) estate plan. Don't let your clients make the same mistake.

Dr. Buss had a succession plan in place to cover his 66% ownership of the Lakers. But even the best-laid plans can crumble.